The compact hatchback of the Swedish manufacturer occupies the junior position in the lineup relative to the S40, V50 and C70 models. The car is based on the same platform used by the Ford Focus and Mazda 3. Production of the model began in 2006 at the plant in Ghent, Belgium. In 2010, the hatchback underwent a facelift.
This family car is equipped with a wide selection of petrol and diesel engines. The engines are mated to a five- or six-speed manual transmission, as well as a five- or six-speed automatic. Drive — only front.