Is the 2006 Volvo V50 a good car?
Edmunds’ expert review of the Used 2006 Volvo V50 provides the latest look at trim-level features and specs, performance, safety, and comfort. At Edmunds we drive every car we review, performing road tests and competitor comparisons to help you find your perfect car. Read the full in-depth review of the Used 2006 V50 at Edmunds.
What kind of interior does a Volvo V50 have?
Scandinavian to the core, the interior of the 2006 Volvo V50 is a study in spartan elegance. Especially eye-catching is the slim center stack, which replaces the typical centerpiece clutter with spare lines and a “less is more” aesthetic that gives the Volvo car a thoroughly modern feel while opening up valuable storage space.
Are there any recalls on the 2006 Volvo V50?
Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how used vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system. The 2006 Volvo V50 has been recalled 3 times by NHTSA. View Recalls
When did the Volvo V50 wagon come out?
With its appealing mix of Volvo safety and Scandinavian style, the 2006 Volvo V50 deserves to be on your test-drive list if you’re in the market for a small wagon with a premium feel. Introduced in mid-2004, the Volvo V50 wagon is the successor to the V40, which launched in the U.S. in 1999.
Where is the condenser on a Volvo V50?
The condenser is located just behind the radiator and gets damaged by debris, salt/grit etc. If the condenser fails you may be noticing that the air conditioning is not blowing out ice cold air on the colder settings. Unfortunately the only thing to do is fit a replacement condenser to fix the problem.
What kind of safety features does the Volvo V50 have?
In keeping with its Volvo heritage, the V50 offers a host of safety features. Front-seat side-impact and full-length side curtain airbags are standard, as is a whiplash-protection seating system. Two trims are available: the 168-horsepower base 2.4i, and the 218-hp T5.
What are the standard features of a Volvo V50?
Two trims of the compact Volvo V50 wagon are available: base 2.4i and the sporty T5. Standard items on the 2.4i include 16-inch alloy wheels, heated mirrors, manual climate control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with telescope adjustment, and a six-speaker, single-CD sound system.
When did Volvo start making the Volvo V50?
Volvo Cars introduced the Volvo V50 at the 2003 Bologna Motor Show as the station wagon version of the Volvo S40 small family car — manufacturing both models at their facility in Ghent, Belgium.
Is the Volvo V50 safe to crash in?
Volvo haven’t skimped when it comes to safety, and they claim that the V50 is as good to crash in as the flagship S80 saloon. Making a small car as safe as a big ‘un takes some doing and it’s only when you look at some of the finer points of how Volvo have achieved this that you realise quite what this commitment means.
Where can I get a 2008 Volvo V50?
Just before Christmas, I brought a 2008 Volvo V50 1.8 (55k miles, FSH) from a place in Berkshire. Took it for a test drive, and all was good.