New 2005 Volvo V50

What do ya think about Volvos new wagon? Replacing the V40 wagon? Which is really needed?
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Compliments of Automobile Magazine:
Unveiled at the Bologna Motor Show on December 4, Volvo's replacement for its V40 goes on sale in North America during the summer of 2004 as a 2005 model. Like the S40 sedan, unveiled at this year's Frankfurt show, the V50 will offer a choice of two in-line five-cylinder engines: a normally aspirated 2.4-liter unit producing 168-horsepower and a 2.5-liter 218-horsepower light-pressure turbo, each available with an electronically controlled all-wheel-drive system.

its a big imporvement...except for the rear seat room. i dont know why but i guess volvo thinks only small children ride in back seats. good looks, good engine, good interior, bad price. way too high

Well, although this thread probably won't get much attention, I also want to say that the V50 is the best looking wagon I've ever seen(especially with the . I also plan on getting one in a few years. :bigthumb:

its ugly, expensive and slow.. buy a V70