Safety

Antilock brakes, traction control, side-impact airbags for the front seats and side curtain-type airbags are standard. A Whiplash Protection Seating System moves the front seatbacks rearward in a rear-end collision. Dynamic Stability and Traction Control is optional.
See also:
Introduction
Distance Alert is part of Adaptive Cruise Control
and is a function that provides information
about the time interval to the vehicle ahead.
Distance Alert is active at speeds above
approximatel ...
Driving Dynamics: Chassis
The compact Volvo V50 Sportswagon delivers an engaging, dynamic driving
experience with a high level of active safety. To achieve this, it makes use of
a sophisticated suspension system, a high le ...
How TSA works
Once swaying has begun, it can be very difficult
to stop, which makes it difficult to control
the vehicle and trailer.
The TSA system continuously monitors the
vehicle's movements, particularly ...
