V50

V50 is a model designation used across various domains, but most notably Volvo V50, a compact executive wagon produced by Volvo Cars from 2004 to 2012. The V50 is the estate version of the S40 II, built on the P1 platform and sharing many components with the S40. It was offered with front-wheel drive and an optional all-wheel drive; engine choices included petrol and diesel units, with turbocharged variants in some markets. Transmission options included five- and six-speed manuals and automatics. It emphasized safety, with features typical for Volvo such as multiple airbags, stability control, and standard seatbelt reminders. The cargo area is versatile with split-folding rear seats and a flat-load floor.

The V50's production ran until 2012, when Volvo streamlined its model lineup and began focusing on newer wagons such as the V60 and redesigned V40. The V50 is remembered for blending practical estate utility with Volvo's emphasis on safety and driving dynamics in a compact package.

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