Octavia Replacement (for a Volvo)

[Owl]

Good Evening All,

As the title suggests, I am looking to replace my beloved Octavia MK2 with a Volvo. Reason being, I am sick and tired of being underneath the thing constantly fixing issues that arise all the *Removed* time.

I am currently stuck in a Mexican stand-off with a C30, S40 and V50. Bearing in mind I am looking for a DRIVe variant (1.6 Turbo Diesel with long gearing) for a more economical run to work and back every day. Would prefer something in the 2007-2010 range. The Mondeo is only good when I'm posted out to other places in the UK/countries, when I need to do a long distance journey. And the Octavia just drinks and drinks petrol. I just want a reliable, economical car that's 'sensible' with a bit of style.

I should mention that the insurance on all 3 are about the same. Don't really care about boot space, the hearse (Mondeo) suits my needs.

Anyone have any experience with cars mentioned above? Any pros and cons? Anything to look out for?

Thank you all in advance!