Reviews: The 2005 Volvo V50
By Alex Thomas
The Volvo V50 for 2005
Made in SWEDEN for Volvo, the V50 for 2005 is a contender in the 5-seat WAGON 4-DR market. It originally retailed for $29,385 USD with a invoice price of $27,657 USD.
Fuel Economy
The 2.5L L5 DOHC 20V TURBO engine in the 2005 V50 is rated at 19 miles/gallon city and 26 - 27 miles/gallon highway out of a 15.10 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Flexible Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The V50 retails for $29,385 USD with a invoice price of $27,657 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $695 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The V50 comes standard with a 6-Speed Manual or 5-Speed Automatic transmission and is a all-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
V50 Dimensions
In 2005 the V50 has an overall length of 177.70 inches and a width of 69.70 inches. It sits a total of 57.20 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 5.30 inches. Front headroom is 38.90 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the V50 a turning radius of 34.90 inches. It uses 205/55R16 tires with a wheelbase of 103.90 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, 4WD/AWD, ABS Brakes. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Vehicle Stability Control System, Navigation Aid, Leather Seat, Power Sunroof, Manual Sunroof.
Exterior color choices include Barents Blue Metallic, Black, Flint Gray Metallic, Ice White, Mistral Green Metallic, Passion Red, Safari Green Metallic, Silver Metallic with interior choices of Dark Beige Leather Interior, Dark Beige/Quartz T-Tec Cloth Interior, Off Black Leather Interior, Off Black T-Tec Cloth Interior. The V50 seats 5 people with 41.60 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The normal warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also has a 48 month/50,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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