Volvo V50 2.0 D SE Sportswagon

...a safety conscious image company, Volvo has really got it really wrong controls wise. Dangerously so in my opinion (I'm an Advanced Driver, and used to drive 40-50000 miles per year - no convictions or accidents to date in over 25years, so I feel reasonably confident in my assessment). For day to day practical load lugging - this car is not too brilliant either, mostly because Volvo can't be bothered to change the rear seat arrangements for RH drive ...
...if you're looking for traditional Volvo values, forget it. If you want something that handles well gives good economy, and looks good too - then it’s very good. Very black & white, no mediocre here, the things it does well, it absolutely excels in, the things it does poorly in, are really very very poor. For me though, with grown up kids, and limited times I need to load lug - I would choose it again, if only because you can learn to live with its ...

Reeves-Cartoons 27.05.2007 · Read full review
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I acquired my Volvo V50 Sportswagon 2.0lt diesel in June of 2005 so at the time of writing this have been driving it for 6 months and have travelled about 9000 miles. It's probably worth noting that prior to this I had been driving a SEAT Alhambra 7 seater so was used to excellent visibility and acres of room inside. A change of job and family down sizing gave the opportunity for a change. I find the driving position to be generally comfortable ...
...a reasonable amount of leg room). However, I have an occasionally recurring back problem so still use a lumbar roll as a rule. The clock is digital and inside the drivers instrument area, which is an irritation for watchless passengers (I'm told!!). Other than that I find the instruments easy to read. The messaging system is entertaining especially with younger passengers; being able to tell them to fasten their seat belts without looking round ...

SnowyCiao 28.12.2005 · Read full review
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Driving over 40,000miles a year I need a solid, safe, dependable vehicle that has the capacity to carry a good amount of stuff and on occasion several dogs and do so in a calm, comfortable way. The V50 fits the bill. Although a bit smaller than my previous V70 it still performs admirably and has a good turn of speed when you need it. Fuel economy is good if driven sensibly (usually around 48mpg although I have acheived 55+) and still pretty good ...
...they are. My overall rating would have been excellent but for the fact that the somewhat unusual ignition system has failed twice and on both occasions needed replacing, taking the car off the road for a week each time. Dont let that put you off though, build quality is very good and aside the ignition I cant fault it. ...

carlhw37 24.07.2008 · Read full review
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...trusty.And I also regard the Volvo cars are welled designed to have a elegant apperance and comfortable inside room.Volvo V50 2.0DS 5dr Sortswagon has 6 speed manul gearbox and almost as fast as you want!It is no wonder that the sales of Volvo attain a peak in the US in 2003.There is no reason that it wouldn't be popular if you are a lover of speed .The fuel conseption of it might be a little larger compared to smaller cars but it is just OK to drive ...

ovi123 24.06.2008 · Read full review
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...well built with all the Volvo associated safety (curtain airbags, SIPS, etc) features and I have to say it has that nice solid 'clunk' when the doors are shut. Sound system (6 CD) is very good without being outstanding - my son likes his music loud and undistorted - he likes this sound system. Interior is grey leather and wood effect trimings rather than the alluminium coloured ones. Its functional, comfortable (long and short journeys) and reasonably ...
...many people opt for the Volvo range. This review may appear to some to be too good to be true - I can only say it reflects the way I feel about the most expensive car I've owned - after 12 months of 'torture' at the hands of Peugeot and their dealers this car and its build quality is a joy. ...

StewBnufc 08.01.2007 (12.01.2007) · Read full review
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...disappointed in how noisy the Volvo unit actually is. Fuel economy is also not the best. I drive the car moderately on motorways, A & B roads and can only return a maximum of 42 mpg. The interior is functional if not slightly bland. Load capacity is reasonable but a Volvo 'estate' it isn't. Having said that it takes 2 adults and 2 kids + equipment on holiday 3 times a year with no problem. Recently the car spent 4 weeks at a Volvo dealer following ...
...at very inconvenient times. Volvo recognised this as a major safety issue and refused to release the car until it was fixed. 6,000 miles later and driving is now trouble free, so fair play to Volvo. A nice car to drive, however lacking behind the likes of Audi & even Ford in terms of engine refinement. ...

jaybay32 30.12.2006 · Read full review
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...looking good however the volvo does have many rivals so if you are considering the volvo there is also the Alfa Romeo 159 £21,000-£29,000 Ford Focus estate £13,000-£18,000 However in my opinion with the new facelift I would go for the Volvo, despite the somewhat expensive price. ...

Sparkwalker 17.04.2007 · Read full review
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