The SEAT ALHAMBRA (1996-00) 5DR MPV 1.8 20V T 7SEAT is a large, seven-seat people carrier in the UK’s MPV class. It offers space for passengers and luggage, making it ideal for family outings, school runs and holidays. Its three-row layout is particularly useful when seats matter more than footprint. Unlike many basic people carriers, this Alhambra pairs its seven-seat practicality with a turbocharged 1.8-litre petrol engine, giving it a more energetic character. It shares its family-focused role with the Volkswagen Sharan and Ford Galaxy, standing out through useful cabin flexibility rather than fashionable styling or a sporty driving feel. mycarcheck.com has just four checks across three VINs for this exact version, so the figures are a small sample, not a market-wide guide. Those records show an average private-sale valuation of £200, 126,000 miles, 9,000 miles annually and 4.25 previous keepers. Check each car’s history and condition carefully before buying.