Volvo V50 · Facelift 2007
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Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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2.5 T5 (Stage 2)
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2.5 T5 (Stage 1)
Volvo V50 · Facelift 2007
2.5 T5
Comparison overview
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Best choices
Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 (Stage 3) 345 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.6 s
- Fastest top speed269 km/h167 mph
- Most powerful345 hp257 kW
- Highest torque496 Nm366 lb-ft
- Lightest1,478 kg3,258 lb
- Best power-to-weight233 hp/t174 kW/t4.3 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption9.6 L/100 km24.5 mpg US29.4 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption13.5 L/100 km17.4 mpg US20.9 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption7.3 L/100 km32.2 mpg US38.7 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions229 g/km
- Best estimated range604 km375 mi
- Largest trunk417 L
- Best overall score74/100
- Best performance score71/100
- Best economy score81/100
- Best practicality score81/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5230 hp |
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| Power | 345hp257kW+115 hp | 299hp223kW+69 hp | 271hp202kW+41 hp | 230hp172kW |
| Torque | 496Nm366lb-ft+176 Nm | 432Nm319lb-ft+112 Nm | 390Nm288lb-ft+70 Nm | 320Nm236lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,478kg3,258lb | 1,478kg3,258lb | 1,478kg3,258lb | 1,478kg3,258lb |
| Gross weight | 2,050kg4,519lb | 2,050kg4,519lb | 2,050kg4,519lb | 2,050kg4,519lb |
| Top speed | 269 km/h 167 mph | 258 km/h 160 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 55.2s99% target: 266 km/h / 165 mph-14.3 s Calculated | 60.1s99% target: 255 km/h / 159 mph-9.3 s Calculated | 63.5s99% target: 248 km/h / 154 mph-5.9 s Calculated | 69.4s99% target: 238 km/h / 148 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6s-1.6 s | 6.1s-1.1 s | 6.5s-0.7 s | 7.2s |
| 0-200 km/h | 16.3s-9.3 s Calculated | 19.0s-6.6 s Calculated | 21.2s-4.4 s Calculated | 25.6s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.4s-1.5 s Calculated | 5.8s-1.0 s Calculated | 6.2s-0.7 s Calculated | 6.9s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 9.6L/100 km24.5mpg US29.4mpg UK | 9.6L/100 km24.5mpg US29.4mpg UK | 9.6L/100 km24.5mpg US29.4mpg UK | 9.6L/100 km24.5mpg US29.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 13.5L/100 km17.4mpg US20.9mpg UK | 13.5L/100 km17.4mpg US20.9mpg UK | 13.5L/100 km17.4mpg US20.9mpg UK | 13.5L/100 km17.4mpg US20.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.5s-1.6 s Calculated | 14.1s-1.0 s Calculated | 14.4s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.1s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 233hp/t174kW/t106hp/1000 lb Calculated | 202hp/t151kW/t92hp/1000 lb Calculated | 184hp/t137kW/t83hp/1000 lb Calculated | 156hp/t116kW/t71hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 336Nm/t225lb-ft/ton Calculated | 292Nm/t196lb-ft/ton Calculated | 264Nm/t177lb-ft/ton Calculated | 217Nm/t145lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 604km375mi Calculated | 604km375mi Calculated | 604km375mi Calculated | 604km375mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,521cc154cu in | 2,521cc154cu in | 2,521cc154cu in | 2,521cc154cu in |
| Length | 4,522mm178in | 4,522mm178in | 4,522mm178in | 4,522mm178in |
| Width | 1,770mm70in | 1,770mm70in | 1,770mm70in | 1,770mm70in |
| Height | 1,457mm57in | 1,457mm57in | 1,457mm57in | 1,457mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,640mm104in | 2,640mm104in | 2,640mm104in | 2,640mm104in |
| Front track | 1,535mm60in | 1,535mm60in | 1,535mm60in | 1,535mm60in |
| Rear track | 1,531mm60in | 1,531mm60in | 1,531mm60in | 1,531mm60in |
| Trunk volume | 417L | 417L | 417L | 417L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,307L | 1,307L | 1,307L | 1,307L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 58L | 58L | 58L | 58L |
| CO2 emissions | 229g/km | 229g/km | 229g/km | 229g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 (Stage 3) 345 hp: Power / Torque
- Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 (Stage 2) 299 hp: Power / Torque
- Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 (Stage 1) 271 hp: Power / Torque
- Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 230 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-5,000 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-5,000 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-5,000 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5230 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-5,000 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5230 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.4 s | 5.8 s | 6.2 s | 6.9 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.5 s | 7.2 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 16.3 s | 19.0 s | 21.2 s | 25.6 s |
| Top speed | 269 km/h 167 mph | 258 km/h 160 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.5 s | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.2 s | 6.4 s | 6.5 s | 6.8 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.0 s | 9.4 s | 9.6 s | 10.0 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.5 s | 11.9 s | 12.3 s | 12.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.5 s | 14.1 s | 14.4 s | 15.1 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 182 km/h 113 mph | 173 km/h 107 mph | 167 km/h 104 mph | 159 km/h 99 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | 345 hp 257 kW |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 299 hp 223 kW |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 271 hp 202 kW |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5230 hp | 230 hp 172 kW |
Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 (Stage 3) 345 hp has 115 hp more than Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 230 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 230 hp and Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 (Stage 3) 345 hp: 115 hp (86 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5230 hp | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | 1,478 kg 3,258 lb |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 1,478 kg 3,258 lb |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 1,478 kg 3,258 lb |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5230 hp | 1,478 kg 3,258 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | 269 km/h 167 mph |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 258 km/h 160 mph |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 251 km/h 156 mph |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5230 hp | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | 5.6 s |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 6.1 s |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 6.5 s |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5230 hp | 7.2 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 (Stage 3) 345 hp and Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 230 hp: 1.6 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 (Stage 2) 299 hp and Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 (Stage 1) 271 hp, separated by only 0.4 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5230 hp | 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | 233 hp/t 174 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 202 hp/t 151 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 184 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5230 hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | 604 km 375 mi |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 604 km 375 mi |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 604 km 375 mi |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5230 hp | 604 km 375 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | 345 hp 257 kW | 5.6 s | 269 km/h 167 mph |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 299 hp 223 kW | 6.1 s | 258 km/h 160 mph |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 271 hp 202 kW | 6.5 s | 251 km/h 156 mph |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5230 hp | 230 hp 172 kW | 7.2 s | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 1)271 hp |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 3)345 hp |
| 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 2)299 hp |
| 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 1)271 hp |
| 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5230 hp |
| 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK | ||||||
Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 (Stage 3) 345 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK | 5.6 s |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK | 6.1 s |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK | 6.5 s |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5230 hp | 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK | 7.2 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | 233 hp/t 174 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp | 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 202 hp/t 151 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 184 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK |
| VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5230 hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | VolvoV50Facelift 20072.5 T5230 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 345 hp 257 kW | 299 hp 223 kW | 271 hp 202 kW | 230 hp 172 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.5 s | 7.2 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 269 km/h 167 mph | 258 km/h 160 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,478 kg 3,258 lb | 1,478 kg 3,258 lb | 1,478 kg 3,258 lb | 1,478 kg 3,258 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK | 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK | 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK | 9.6 L/100 km 24.5 mpg US 29.4 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 604 km 375 mi | 604 km 375 mi | 604 km 375 mi | 604 km 375 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 229 g/km | 229 g/km | 229 g/km | 229 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 417 L 14.7 cu ft | 417 L 14.7 cu ft | 417 L 14.7 cu ft | 417 L 14.7 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 233 hp/t 174 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp | 202 hp/t 151 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 184 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 (Stage 3) 345 hp | Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 (Stage 2) 299 hp | Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 (Stage 1) 271 hp | Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 230 hp |
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| Consumption | 9.6 L/100 km24.5 mpg US29.4 mpg UK | 9.6 L/100 km24.5 mpg US29.4 mpg UK | 9.6 L/100 km24.5 mpg US29.4 mpg UK | 9.6 L/100 km24.5 mpg US29.4 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 16.80 LC100 km | 16.80 LC100 km | 16.80 LC100 km | 16.80 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 27.04 LC100 mi | 27.04 LC100 mi | 27.04 LC100 mi | 27.04 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,440 L380 US gal317 UK gal | 1,440 L380 US gal317 UK gal | 1,440 L380 US gal317 UK gal | 1,440 L380 US gal317 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,520 LC/year | 2,520 LC/year | 2,520 LC/year | 2,520 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 (Stage 3) 345 hp
- Has 46 hp more
- Has 64 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 31 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Volvo V50 Facelift 2007 2.5 T5 (Stage 2) 299 hp
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