2008 Volvo V50

$6,500

from

listings

$7K–$10K

price range

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Low$6,500

High$10,228

From$6,500

Avg Mileage125,000 mi

Fresh

Sourced from 3 active dealer listings as of May 2026

2008 Volvo V50 Trims

All Trims Combined

From$6,500

$7K–$10K

3 listings125,000 avg miles

2008 Volvo V50 Pricing

Price Trend

+2.2%

3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

Only 3 available nationwide.

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Volvo V50 Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

With 2 recalls and 0 complaints, the 2008 Volvo V50 rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

08V3290002008-23-07

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

VOLVO IS RECALLING MY 2008-2009 VEHICLES. A SECTION OF THE POWER STEERING RETURN LINE HOSE WAS NOT PROPERLY VULCANIZED (CURED) AND DOES NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS. IF THE POWER STEERING RETURN HOSE FAILS, A SUDDEN RUPTURE OF THE HOSE CAN OCCUR.

THIS CAN RESULT IN A RAPID DRAINAGE OF THE POWER STEERING FLUID IN THE SYSTEM AND A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER ASSISTANCE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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08V1970002008-28-04

STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

VOLVO IS RECALLING 7 MY 2008 V50 PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ROOF RAILS. BOLTS HAVE BEEN FOUND TO BE OUT OF SPECIFICATION. THIS HAS CAUSED LESS TREAD LENGTH ON THE BOLTS WHICH IN TURN HAS LEAD TO INSUFFICIENT CLAMPING FORCE IN THE JOINT DUE TO THE WASHER GETTING STUCK WHEN TIGHTENING THE BOLTS.

WHEN CARRYING ROOF CARGO, THE RAILS MAY COME LOOSE DURING HEAVY BRAKING AND/OR SUDDEN STOPS INCREASING THE POSSIBILITY OF A CRASH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Volvo V50 Fuel Economy

20–23mpg combined

17-20city

25-28hwy

$2,500-$2,900/yr

Fuel economy for the 2008 Volvo V50 ranges from 20 to 23 MPG combined across 6 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim

V50 FWD - Automatic (S5)

23mpg

2.4L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city28 hwy~$2,500/yr-1/10 Poor

V50 FWD - Manual 5-spd

23mpg

2.4L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city28 hwy~$2,500/yr-1/10 Poor

V50 FWD - Manual 6-spd

23mpg

2.5L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city28 hwy~$2,500/yr-1/10 Poor

V50 FWD - Automatic (S5)

22mpg

2.5L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city27 hwy~$2,650/yr-1/10 Poor

V50 AWD - Automatic (S5)

21mpg

2.5L 5-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

18 city26 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor

V50 AWD - Manual 6-spd

20mpg

2.5L 5-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

17 city25 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2008 Volvo V50

7States

60%in top 3

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Massachusetts (20%), but the remaining listings are spread across 6 other states nationwide.

MAMassachusetts

220%

OROregon

220%

CACalifornia

220%

ILIllinois

110%

NHNew Hampshire

110%

WAWashington

110%

PAPennsylvania

110%

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2008.

Buying a 2008 Volvo V50?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2008 Volvo V50 a good car to buy?

The 2008 Volvo V50 has its strengths and its watch-outs. 2 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2008 Volvo V50?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 2008 Volvo V50. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2008 Volvo V50?

You'll get between 20 and 23 MPG combined from the 2008 Volvo V50, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.