The VOLVO S40 (1996-04) 4DR SALOON 2.0T SPORT LUXURY is a compact four-door saloon: a more grown-up alternative to a family hatchback, with a premium feel without the size of a large executive car. In the UK used market, it sits alongside cars such as the Audi A4 and BMW 3 Series. Its turbocharged petrol engine gives this Sport Luxury version a livelier feel than an ordinary small saloon, while the four-door layout and comfortable cabin make it suited to commuting, motorway trips and family duties. It will appeal to drivers wanting a solid-feeling used car with extra pace, rather than a modern city car or a sharp sports saloon. Compared with German rivals, the S40 is valued for comfort, safety-focused design and understated character. Mycarcheck recorded 17 checks across nine VINs: average private-sale valuation is £600, average mileage 109,000, annual use 6,000 miles and nearly four previous keepers. This modest sample offers a useful snapshot, not a guaranteed price or a full picture of every VOLVO S40.