2006 Volvo V50 Overview

Introduction

The Volvo V50 is a superior sport wagon. The body and chassis boasts excellent crashworthiness, and the size is both compact outside and spacious inside. Its smooth exterior lines are distinctive, even unique, and beautiful.

The V50 2.4i use a five-cylinder engine making 168 horsepower. The 2.4i comes with a choice of five-speed manual or a five-speed automatic transmission called the Geartronic. Standard equipment includes air conditioning and power windows and door locks, stability traction control, newly designed 16-inch alloy wheels, remote entry, in-dash CD system and theft-deterrent system. New for 2006 are improved cupholders, steering wheel audio controls, new exterior colors and simplified option structures. The T5 use a slightly larger 2.5-liter turbocharged version of the engine, making 218 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque over the wide range of 1500 to 4800 rpm. The T5 AWD feature an electronically controlled all-wheel-drive system and the Dynamic suspension. Safety is a top priority at Volvo, and all V50 wagon models come with side curtain and side-impact airbags, projector-type headlamps, a rear fog light, and anti-lock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution.

The Volvo V50 is a carryover from 2005.