Description
Here are the detailed specifications for the 2012 Volvo V50 1.6D2 RDesign Edition (Euro5) Estate, based on a 5door manual model:
Dimensions & Capacities
Length: 4522mm
Width: 1770mm (2022mm including mirrors)
Height: ~1457mm (roofrails: ~1499mm)
Wheelbase: 2640mm
Kerb weight: ~1400-1494kg
Gross vehicle weight: 1900kg
Boot capacity: 417 (seats up), ~1307 with seats folded
Fuel tank: 52-55
Engine & Performance
Engine: 1.6litre inline4 turbo diesel (code D4162T)
Power: 84kW (115PS / 113BHP) @ ~3600-4000rpm
Torque: 270Nm @ ~1750rpm
0-62mph (0-100km/h): 11.4-11.5s
Top speed: ~195km/h (121mph)
Transmission: 6speed manual, frontwheel drive
Fuel Economy & Emissions
Combined consumption: ~4.3L/100km (~65-70mpg UK)
Urban: ~5.2L/100km (~54-65mpg)
Extraurban: ~3.8L/100km (~74mpg)
CO emissions: 114g/km (Euro5 compliant)
Chassis & Wheels
17 alloy wheels, tyre size 205/50R17 (spare: tyre sealant kit)
Turning circle (kerb to kerb): 10.6m
Suspension: front MacPherson struts, rear independent multilink setup
Safety & Features (RDesign Trim)
RDesign styling: sporty body kit, mattchrome mirrors, unique grille
Interior: partial leather/sports seats, sports steering wheel, bluedial instruments
Standard safety: 6 airbags, DSTC (stability control), ABS, SIPS side protection, whiplash headrests, Isofix rear seats
Comfort/electrics: climate control, cruise control, rainsensing wipers, rear parking sensors, Bluetooth, CD/MP3, electric windows/mirrors
Optional extras: xenon headlights, metallic paint, SatNav (~525), winter pack (~385)
Summary
The V50 1.6D2 RDesign is a sporty, efficient estate with excellent torque, a wellequipped trim level, and strong Euro5 compliance. It's wellsuited for economical longdistance driving, offering ~65-70mpg combined.