2008
Volvo V50

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$26,815
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Available trims

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  • 4dr Wgn 2.4L FWD w/Snrf
    Starts at
    $26,815
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I5
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Wgn 2.4L FWD
    Starts at
    $26,815
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    -
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Wgn 2.4L FWD
    Starts at
    $26,815
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I5
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Wgn 2.4L FWD w/Snrf
    Starts at
    $26,815
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    -
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Wgn 2.5T FWD w/Snrf
    Starts at
    $29,715
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbo Gas I5
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Wgn 2.5T FWD
    Starts at
    $29,715
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbo Gas I5
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Wgn 2.5T FWD
    Starts at
    $29,715
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    -
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Wgn 2.5T FWD w/Snrf
    Starts at
    $29,715
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    -
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Wgn 2.5T AWD w/Snrf
    Starts at
    $31,565
    18 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbo Gas I5
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Wgn 2.5T AWD
    Starts at
    $31,565
    18 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbo Gas I5
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Wgn 2.5T AWD
    Starts at
    $31,565
    18 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    -
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Wgn 2.5T AWD w/Snrf
    Starts at
    $31,565
    18 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    -
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Lightly restyled
T5 engine gains power
Cabin storage increased
Front- or all-wheel drive
New safety features
Sedan version (S40) offered

The good & the bad

The good

Rich feel
Compact-sized wagon
Relative interior space
Safety features galore
Blind-spot detection option

The bad

T5 manual transmission discontinued
Below-average reliability
Crash tests not available
Premium gas preferred
Backseat a bit tight
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Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Less than 5 years / less than 80,000 miles
Basic
5 years / unlimited miles , upgradeable up to 10 years
Dealer certification
170- plus point inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.9 / 5
Based on 6 reviews
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Comfort 4.5
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.7
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.9

Most recent

By Small Volvo Enthusiast from Morristown, NJ
Owns this car
July 18, 2018

A Keeper

I love this car. It's my sixth Volvo and my favorite. It's nimble, comfortable, and economical. It has more pep than most of the other Volvos I've owned and it handles like a sports car. It's a small wagon with plenty of room for "stuff" and four adults can ride in comfort. I regularly make 600-1300 mile trips in this car and my legs and back feel fine when I get to where I'm going. I'm sorry they no longer manufacture this model. I'm also sorry they don't market a comparable small wagon in the U.S.A. I suppose the V60 is meant to be a successor (after a fashion), but it's a good bit pricier and more car than I need at this point in my life.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By NikitasToy from New Jersey
Owns this car
July 18, 2017

AMAZING VOLVO ARE CARS FOR LIFE

This car is ULTRA SAFE the body is like a tank incognito. It's comfortable to drive long distance...i own n driven this car 90K miles n still runs the same.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2008 Volvo V50?

The 2008 Volvo V50 is available in 4 trim levels:

  • 2.4L (3 styles)
  • 2.4L w/Snrf (1 style)
  • 2.5T (4 styles)
  • 2.5T w/Snrf (4 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2008 Volvo V50?

The 2008 Volvo V50 offers up to 20 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 2008 Volvo V50 reliable?

The 2008 Volvo V50 has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2008 Volvo V50 owners.

Is the 2008 Volvo V50 a good Wagon?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2008 Volvo V50. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.9 / 5
Based on 6 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.5
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.7
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.9
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