The VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN (2000-10) 5DR MPV 1.9 TDI PD 90 SL 7-SEAT is a spacious family people carrier, not a hatchback or SUV. Its seven seats and practical layout suit larger families, school runs, holidays and carrying bulky loads. In the UK used market, it offers an affordable alternative to a large SUV. The 1.9-litre diesel is a straightforward choice for regular journeys, with the potential for sensible fuel costs. A tall, boxy cabin helps make access and passenger space priorities, while seven seats distinguish it from ordinary family cars. It competes most directly with the Ford Galaxy and SEAT Alhambra. Mycarcheck.com records just nine checks across eight VINs, so its figures are a small snapshot. They show an average private-sale valuation of £900, 155,000 miles recorded and 6,000 miles’ annual use; cars averaged 4.6 previous keepers. For this older Sharan, check the individual car’s history and condition carefully.