Volvo V50 to be shown at the Detroit Auto Show

Dec 29, 2003 – The new V50 joins Volvo's 'V'-Range – 'V' representing Versatility – to meet the needs of active leisure pursuits or young families, with sporty 'driveability' and the flexibility of extra load space.

The most distinctive feature of the Volvo V50 is its interior, featuring a unique, ultra-thin centre stack inspired by the latest premium hi-fi systems, with space behind for storage. This is available in a variety of distinctive finishes: transparent ‘Iced-Aqua’, wood effect or real aluminium.

The gentle angle of the V50’s tailgate puts greater emphasis on ‘Sports’ than ‘wagon’, for a more athletic stance. The V70 will maintain its position as Volvo's leader in the large, premium estate sector with the ultimate in load carrying ability thanks to its longer bodyshell and more traditional vertical tailgate to maximise interior space.

The V50 is 27mm taller, 54mm wider and 2mm shorter than its predecessor, the V40.

	Volvo V50 to be shown at the Detroit Auto Show
	Click for larger image	Dec 29, 2003 – The new V50 joins Volvo's 'V'-Range – 'V' representing Versatility – to meet the needs of active leisure pursuits or young families, with sporty 'driveability' and the flexibility of extra load space. The most distinctive feature of the Volvo V50 is its interior, featuring a unique, ultra-thin centre stack inspired by the latest premium hi-fi systems, with space behind for storage. This is available in a variety of distinctive finishes: transparent ‘Iced-Aqua’, wood effect or real aluminium. The gentle angle of the V50’s tailgate puts greater emphasis on ‘Sports’ than ‘wagon’, for a more athletic stance. The V70 will maintain its position as Volvo's leader in the large, premium estate sector with the ultimate in load carrying ability thanks to its longer bodyshell and more traditional vertical tailgate to maximise interior space. The V50 is 27mm taller, 54mm wider and 2mm shorter than its predecessor, the V40.