Safety

Though its sister model, the S40 sedan, earned good crash-test scores from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the wagon hasn't been crash tested. Unfortunately, differences in weight and construction mean we can't assume the same crash performance in the V50.
The wealth of standard safety features includes side-impact and side curtain airbags, all-disc antilock brakes, an electronic stability system with traction control and a tire pressure monitoring system. Advanced options include the Blind Spot Information System, which lights an indicator just inboard of either of the S40's side mirrors when a car occupies its corresponding blind spot.
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Suspension
The advanced, independent suspension system employs spring struts at the
front, the geometry of which has been carefully calculated to provide quick and
precise steering response, enhancing the ca ...
Technician certification
In addition to Volvo factory training, Volvo supports
certification by the National Institute for
Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.). Certified
technicians have demonstrated a high
degree of c ...
Options and accessories
Optional or accessory equipment described in this manual is indicated by an asterisk.
Optional or accessory equipment may not be available in all countries or markets.
Please note that some vehicle ...
