Driving Impressions

Driving Impressions  - 2006 Volvo V50 Review - Reviews - Volvo V50

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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    Limitations
    Strong sunlight, reflections, extreme light contrasts, the use of sunglasses, or if the driver is not looking straight ahead may make the visual warning signal in the windshield difficult to see ...

    Disconnecting an external device
    The external device is automatically disconnected from the audio system if it is moved out of range ...

    Detachable key blade
    The key blade can be removed from the remote key. When removed, the key blade can be used to: • Lock/unlock the driver's door if the remote key is not functioning properly • Lock/unlock the gl ...