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Volvo V50 Q&As

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  • Faulty V50 PVC valve

    The first port of call after your mechanic diagnosed the problem should have been to a Volvo dealer to have them inspect and diagnose the problem. That way they could experience the problem first hand and not through your complaints and the mechanic’s report. There are times when you can’t help thinking that Australian customers are being treated very poorly by car companies that don’t follow up on recalls overseas here. On top of that the cost of parts compared to overseas is something that needs to be addressed, possibly by authorities. There’s no doubt in my mind that Australian motorists are being ripped off.

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Volvo V50 Dimensions

The dimensions of the Volvo V50 Wagon vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
2015 Wagon 1452x1770x4514 mm 135 mm
2014 Wagon 1452x1770x4514 mm 135 mm
2013 Wagon 1452x1770x4514 mm 135 mm
2012 Wagon 1452x1770x4514 mm 135 mm
2011 Wagon 1452x1770x4514 mm 135 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Volvo V50 Dimensions

Volvo V50 Models Price and Specs

The price range for the Volvo V50 varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $16,940 and going to $24,420 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
2015 Wagon 2.5L, PULP, 5 SP AUTO $16,940 $24,420
2014 Wagon 2.5L, PULP, 5 SP AUTO $15,400 $22,110
2013 Wagon 2.5L, —, 5 SP AUTO $14,630 $21,450
2012 Wagon 2.5L, PULP, 5 SP AUTO $13,860 $20,460
2011 Wagon 2.5L, PULP, 5 SP AUTO $7,590 $19,250
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Volvo V50 Fuel Consumption

The Volvo V50 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by PULP and — fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 9.5L/100km for Wagon /PULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.

Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
2015 Wagon 9.5L/100km 2.5L PULP 5 SP AUTO
2014 Wagon 9.5L/100km 2.5L PULP 5 SP AUTO
2013 Wagon 9.5L/100km 2.5L 5 SP AUTO
2012 Wagon 9.5L/100km 2.5L PULP 5 SP AUTO
2011 Wagon 9.5L/100km 2.5L PULP 5 SP AUTO
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Volvo V50 Wheel Size

The Volvo V50 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 205x55 R16 for Wagon in 2015 with a wheel size that spans from 16x6.5 inches.

Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
2015 Wagon 205x55 R16 16x6.5 inches 205x55 R16 16x6.5 inches
2014 Wagon 205x55 R16 16x6.5 inches 205x55 R16 16x6.5 inches
2013 Wagon 205x55 R16 16x6.5 inches 205x55 R16 16x6.5 inches
2012 Wagon 205x55 R16 16x6.5 inches 205x55 R16 16x6.5 inches
2011 Wagon 205x55 R16 16x6.5 inches 205x55 R16 16x6.5 inches
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Volvo V50 Wheel Sizes

Volvo V50 Towing Capacity

The Volvo V50 has maximum towing capacity of 1500kg for the latest model available.

Year Body Type Braked Capacity from Braked Capacity to
2015 Wagon 1500kg 1500kg
2014 Wagon 1500kg 1500kg
2013 Wagon 1500kg 1500kg
2012 Wagon 1500kg 1500kg
2011 Wagon 1500kg 1500kg
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