Driving Impressions

Volvo's smallest wagon is just as refined and tightly built as the bigger V70, if a bit snug inside. Performance is a strong point with the turbocharged model, but the T5's ride can get rough on harsher surfaces and a little jittery even when rolling through moderate imperfections. The T5's manual gearbox operates easily, and Volvo's automatic operates smoothly. An all-wheel-drive V50 behaved admirably on snow and ice.
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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 ...
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 ...
RSE front screen menus
To access this menu, begin by selecting RSE
under MEDIA by pressing this button on the
front center console (or by using the remote
control or the steering wheel keypad). Continue
by pressing ...
