Best “fast” 40mpg estate for 3-4k

[wainwrightj]

Volvo V50?

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/...ode=m154fn

I've not owned a V50 only a 1995 850 T5 2.3 Turbo petrol rather than a diesel but I loved it, I can't see the newer one being any worse?

I quite like some of the R-Design ones too? Might be worth looking into?

Info pulled from autotrader

Running costs
Urban mpg
29.1 mpg
Extra Urban mpg
52.3 mpg
Average mpg
40.4 mpg
CO2 emissions
184g/km
Annual Tax
£240

Performance
Engine power
180 bhp
Engine size
2400 cc
Brochure Engine size
2.4 litres
Acceleration (0-60mph)
7.9 seconds
Top speed
137 mph
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive