Volvo V50
2008–2011 model years · Generation introduced 2005
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- Available years
- 2008–2011
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $4,200–$6,850
The overview
Like the S40 sedan, the V50 wagon shares mechanical components with the Mazda3 and European Ford Focus. It corners fairly nimbly but has a stiff ride. The standard 2.4-liter, five-cylinder engine sounds raspy. A stronger, turbocharged engine powers the T5. The optional all-wheel-drive system works well. Although externally small, the interior space is well thought out. The front seats are supportive but the rear seat is very tight. The compact interior, including a folding front passenger seat, is versatile.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 ↗ T5 wagon 2.5-liter 5 (227 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed | $6,850 | Not rated | Not rated | 22 MPG |
| 2010 ↗ wagon 2.5-liter 5 (227 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed | $5,700 | Not rated | Not rated | 22 MPG |
| 2009 ↗ wagon 2.5-liter 5 (227 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed | $4,825 | Not rated | Not rated | 22 MPG |
| 2008 ↗ T5 wagon 2.5-liter 5 (227 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed | $4,200 | Not rated | Not rated | 22 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2011 model
T5 wagon 2.5-liter 5 (227 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2011 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- wagon
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury small cars
- Generation began
- 2005
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $6,850
- Retail value range
- $6,425 - $7,275
- Original MSRP range
- $29,000 - $32,850
- Trade-in range
- $3,290 - $4,100
Ratings
- Road test score
- 61/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 19 MPG
- EPA highway
- 26 MPG
- EPA combined
- 22 MPG
- Tested city
- 13 MPG
- Tested highway
- 32 MPG
- Tested overall
- 20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,360
- Cruising range
- 305 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 8.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 139 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 51 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 178 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 104 in
- Weight
- 3,555 lb
- Maximum load
- 800 lb
- Towing capacity
- 2,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 40.5 in
- Rear head room
- 1.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 27 in
- Cargo volume
- 27.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 5549 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2010 model
wagon 2.5-liter 5 (227 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2010 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- wagon
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2005
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $5,700
- Retail value range
- $5,225 - $6,175
- Original MSRP range
- $28,700 - $33,050
- Trade-in range
- $2,190 - $3,100
Ratings
- Road test score
- 61/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 19 MPG
- EPA highway
- 26 MPG
- EPA combined
- 22 MPG
- Tested city
- 13 MPG
- Tested highway
- 32 MPG
- Tested overall
- 20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,360
- Cruising range
- 305 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 8.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 139 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 51 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 178 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 104 in
- Weight
- 3,555 lb
- Maximum load
- 800 lb
- Towing capacity
- 2,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 40.5 in
- Rear head room
- 1.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 27 in
- Cargo volume
- 27.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 7549 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2009 model
wagon 2.5-liter 5 (227 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2009 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- wagon
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2005
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $4,825
- Retail value range
- $4,375 - $5,275
- Original MSRP range
- $29,800 - $35,500
- Trade-in range
- $1,540 - $2,255
Ratings
- Road test score
- 61/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 19 MPG
- EPA highway
- 26 MPG
- EPA combined
- 22 MPG
- Tested city
- 13 MPG
- Tested highway
- 32 MPG
- Tested overall
- 20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,360
- Cruising range
- 305 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 8.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 139 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 51 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 178 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 104 in
- Weight
- 3,555 lb
- Maximum load
- 800 lb
- Towing capacity
- 2,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 40.5 in
- Rear head room
- 1.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 27 in
- Cargo volume
- 27.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Vehicle ID: 8451 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2008 model
T5 wagon 2.5-liter 5 (227 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2008 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- wagon
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2005
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $4,200
- Retail value range
- $3,450 - $4,375
- Original MSRP range
- $26,815 - $31,565
- Trade-in range
- $1,025 - $1,555
Ratings
- Road test score
- 61/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 19 MPG
- EPA highway
- 26 MPG
- EPA combined
- 22 MPG
- Tested city
- 13 MPG
- Tested highway
- 32 MPG
- Tested overall
- 20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,360
- Cruising range
- 305 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 8.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 139 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 51 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 178 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 104 in
- Weight
- 3,555 lb
- Maximum load
- 800 lb
- Towing capacity
- 2,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 40.5 in
- Rear head room
- 1.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 27 in
- Cargo volume
- 27.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Vehicle ID: 7386 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
