The VOLVO V50 (2007-10) 5DR SPORTSWAGON 2.0D 136 SE LUX PWRSHIFT AUTO6 is a practical compact, five-door estate, combining the manageable footprint of a family hatchback with a longer load area. In the UK market it sits below larger estate cars, offering a more premium-feeling alternative to mainstream rivals such as the Ford Focus estate and Volkswagen Golf estate. It suits commuters and small families who want useful boot space, comfortable long-distance travel and an automatic gearbox for busy traffic. The 2.0-litre diesel offers useful pulling power and can be economical when maintained well, while SE Lux trim gives the V50 an upmarket, well-equipped feel. Its tidy styling and calm, secure character are key attractions, although check service history and the automatic’s condition before buying. Across 136 mycarcheck.com look-ups covering 68 VINs, average recorded mileage is 121,000; typical private-sale value is £2,200. Checks average five previous keepers and 6,000 miles annually.