Dodge Magnum vs Volvo V50
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2011 Volvo V50
Overview
| Spec | Dodge MagnumBase | Volvo V50T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | T5 |
| Body style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2008 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Dodge MagnumBase | Volvo V50T5 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $23,420 (best) | $29,000 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Dodge MagnumBase | Volvo V50T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18 gal (best) | 15.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Dodge MagnumBase | Volvo V50T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 178 hp | 227 hp (best) |
| Torque | 190 lb-ft | 236 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.7 L (best) | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I5 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Dodge MagnumBase | Volvo V50T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 71.6 cu ft (best) | 62.6 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,842 lbs | 3,524 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 120 in (best) | 103.9 in |
| Length | 197.7 in (best) | 178 in |
| Width | 74.1 in (best) | 69.7 in |
| Height | 58.3 in (best) | 57.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Dodge MagnumBase | Volvo V50T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 5 | 1 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Dodge Magnum | Volvo V50 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $23,420 MSRP(Currently comparing) | T5 $29,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SXT $27,225 MSRP | T5 R-Design $32,850 MSRP |
| 3 | SXT $29,855 MSRP | — |
| 4 | RT $31,780 MSRP | — |
| 5 | RT $33,880 MSRP | — |
| 6 | SRT-8 $38,105 MSRP | — |
Dodge Magnum vs Volvo V50 FAQ
- Which is better: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2011 Volvo V50?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2008 Dodge Magnum vs 2011 Volvo V50 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2011 Volvo V50?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 Dodge Magnum starts lower at $23,420.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2011 Volvo V50?
- The 2008 Dodge Magnum leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,420).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2011 Volvo V50?
- The 2011 Volvo V50 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2011 Volvo V50?
- The 2008 Dodge Magnum leads on horsepower in this comparison (425).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2011 Volvo V50?
- The 2008 Dodge Magnum leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,800).