The VOLVO V40 (1996-04) 5DR ESTATE 2.0 T4 SE AUTO5 is a five-door compact estate, offering hatchback-like ease with useful luggage space. In the UK it sits among small family estates, with a premium feel beside mainstream rivals. Its T4 turbo and automatic gearbox make it a brisk, distinctive choice. That combination suits commuters seeking easy traffic progress and couples or small families needing versatile boot space. It is more practical than a conventional hatchback and more engaging than a basic estate, but age makes condition and service history important. Buyers should check that the automatic shifts smoothly and that upkeep has been consistent. Mycarcheck.com logged only three look-ups for just two VINs, a very small sample. Checks show £800 average private-sale value, 102,000 miles average recorded mileage, 3,000 annual miles and six previous keepers on average. This V40 T4 SE automatic pairs practicality with character; inspect condition and records carefully.