Ford Flex vs Volvo V50
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2011 Volvo V50
Overview
| Spec | Ford FlexSE | Volvo V50T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SE | T5 |
| Body style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2019 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford FlexSE | Volvo V50T5 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,575 | $29,000 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford FlexSE | Volvo V50T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 23 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18.6 gal (best) | 15.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Ford FlexSE | Volvo V50T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 287 hp (best) | 227 hp |
| Torque | 254 lb-ft (best) | 236 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I5 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford FlexSE | Volvo V50T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 83.2 cu ft (best) | 62.6 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 4,500 lbs (best) | 2,000 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,439 lbs | 3,524 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in (best) | 103.9 in |
| Length | 201.8 in (best) | 178 in |
| Width | 75.9 in (best) | 69.7 in |
| Height | 68 in (best) | 57.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford FlexSE | Volvo V50T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | Ford Flex | Volvo V50 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SE $30,575 MSRP(Currently comparing) | T5 $29,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SEL $33,290 MSRP | T5 R-Design $32,850 MSRP |
| 3 | SEL $35,240 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Limited $38,790 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Limited $40,740 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Limited $43,590 MSRP | — |