The NISSAN ALMERA (2000-06) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.8 16V S AUTO is a practical five-door family hatchback in Nissan’s mainstream range. It offers more cabin and boot space than a city car, without SUV bulk. The petrol engine and automatic gearbox suit drivers wanting relaxed, straightforward motoring. mycarcheck.com records 24 look-ups across 16 distinct VINs, a useful snapshot but not a large survey. The checks show an average private-sale valuation of £400, recorded mileage of 80,000 miles and annual mileage of 3,000 miles. Cars averaged 3.3 previous keepers. The Almera suits commuters, smaller families and buyers seeking an affordable automatic for everyday trips. Its strengths are practical, easy-going motoring, not sporty performance or standout styling. Compared with Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra hatchbacks, it is a less fashionable alternative, but a straightforward used-car choice. At this age, condition and service history matter most, so inspect each example carefully before you buy.