The VOLVO S40 (1996-04) 4DR SALOON 1.6 XS is an older, compact four-door family saloon: a traditional alternative to the hatchbacks and estates common on UK roads. Its neat size makes it easier to park than a larger saloon, while the separate boot and understated Volvo styling give it a more grown-up feel. In its day, it sat between mainstream family cars and more premium compact saloons. Mycarcheck.com has recorded six checks covering three different VINs, so these figures are useful clues rather than a broad picture of every S40. Across those checks, average recorded mileage was 87,000, with estimated annual use of 5,000 miles and two previous keepers on average. The average private-sale valuation was £100, a figure that reflects the age of these cars and should not be treated as a guaranteed price; condition and history matter greatly. The Volvo S40 suits commuters wanting saloon style over hatchback practicality.