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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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 ...
Checking the engine oil
The oil level should be checked at regular intervals,
particularly during the period up to the
first scheduled maintenance service.
• See page 356 for oil specifications.
• Refer to the Warranty ...
Rear fog light
The single rear fog light is located in the driver's side taillight cluster.
The rear fog light will only function in combination with the high/low beam headlights.
Press the button to switch ...
