Volvo Wagons 15 MPG or Better
MSRP
- $20,000 - $30,000 (4)
- $30,000 - $50,000 (4)
2009 Volvo C30
#5 in Upscale Small Cars
The C30 has a well-liked turbocharged engine and stylish appearance, but poor cargo room and minimal comfort in the rear detract from its overall appeal.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Performance: | 7.7 |
| Exterior: | 8.6 |
| Interior: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
2008 Volvo C30
The C30 is pitched at younger customers, and reviewers generally like its high-performance engine and stylish appearance. However, poor cargo room and predicted reliability detract from its appeal.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.4 |
| Performance: | 7.7 |
| Exterior: | 8.6 |
| Interior: | 7.8 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2008 Volvo V50
#3 in Affordable Full Size Wagons
The 2008 V50 is fun to drive and has modern Scandinavian styling, even if passenger and cargo room is a little tight.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.2 |
| Performance: | 7.1 |
| Exterior: | 9.0 |
| Interior: | 7.7 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
2007 Volvo V50
The V50 is fun to drive and has modern Scandinavian styling, but the passenger and cargo room is a little tight.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.1 |
| Performance: | 7.6 |
| Exterior: | 9.0 |
| Interior: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2008 Volvo V70
#4 in Luxury Wagons
The V70 has a plush and practical cabin, and continues to uphold Volvo's reputation for safety. However, its performance is uninspiring for luxury wagons.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.6 |
| Performance: | 7.5 |
| Exterior: | 7.4 |
| Interior: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
2008 Volvo XC70
#3 in Luxury Wagons
The redesigned XC70 station wagon's light off-roading capabilities make it a practical alternative to an SUV, but the engine is somewhat underpowered for the vehicle's weight. However, the XC70 also offers good handling, a Swedish ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.3 |
| Performance: | 7.4 |
| Exterior: | 8.2 |
| Interior: | 8.4 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |







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