I wouldn't bother with a V50 T5.

My Father had a V50 R-Design T5 for 4 years and it wasn't a great car. Huge steering wheel, poor driving position, seats offered no support, engine was quiet and muted (huge shame) and I'm not sure what Volvo done to the Ford chassis but it was numb to drive and didn't aspire any confidence at all and yet the suspension was rock hard.

The V70 is a total different kettle of fish though, based on the MK4 Mondeo. Much nicer to drive! Although admittedly I've only every driven a 2.4D and a D3.