The ES only comes with the 1.6-litre diesel and 2.0-litre petrol however. The 2.0-litre diesel can be found with a six-speed automatic transmission, while the rest of the engine line-up has a six-speed manual. The engine range isn’t confusingly exhaustive with a 145hp 2.0-litre petrol, a 111hp 1.6-litre diesel and a 147hp 2.0-litre diesel. The DRIVe models might well be attractive if you're looking to cut down your monthly costs – but if you go for the base ES model, expect to pay a small premium. One might consider the V50 something of an unnecessary luxury when you consider the premium badge.īut entry-level models are susprisingly cheap to go considering their generous kit list. Volvo would like to consider the V50 a premium product and it’s fair to say that the interior is a classy affair with solid, aesthetically pleasing switchgear.Įrgonomically, it’s unrivalled: seat comfort is among the best and the controls that sit in the ‘floating’ central console, are easy to understand. There were also low-emissions DRIVe versions available that offer low running costs thanks to cheaper road tax and impressive fuel economy while the R-Design models received a sporty look inside and out. Buy an approved used Volvo with Volvo Selekt.Check out the latest Volvo V50 used car values on Parkers.Read Volvo V50 owners reviews on Parkers.The V50 was essentially the estate version of the S40 saloon and was a good value alternative to the likes of the BMW 3 Series Touring with good levels of standard equipment, an elegant interior and strong build quality. Volvos have always been practical, but those launched in more recent years - such as the Volvo V50 - have been increasingly stylish too. Volvo is one of the great estate makers – it's been doing it for decades.

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