The VOLVO V40 (1996-04) 5DR ESTATE 2.0 T4 SPORT AUTO5 is a compact five-door estate, blending useful load space with a more spirited character than a family wagon. In the UK used-car market, it sits between small hatchbacks and larger estates, offering a practical alternative to the era’s compact estate rivals. The T4 badge signals a turbocharged engine, while the five-speed automatic keeps driving easy. This V40 suits commuters and small families wanting comfort, versatility and extra overtaking pace, though buyers should budget for an older car and check its condition. Volvo’s safety reputation and understated design remain appealing to many. mycarcheck.com records just one lookup for this exact VOLVO V40 (1996-04) 5DR ESTATE 2.0 T4 SPORT AUTO5, so its figures are a small snapshot, not a market-wide guide. That check showed an average private-sale valuation of £800, 130,000 miles, 17,000 miles annually and four previous keepers; verify any car’s history independently.