The VOLVO V70 (2010-13) 5DR ESTATE 1.6 T4 180 SE PWRSHIFT AUTO6 is a large, five-door family estate, offering more space than a saloon or hatchback. In the UK used-car market, it competes with practical rivals such as the Volkswagen Passat Estate and BMW 3 Series Touring, with comfort a priority. Mycarcheck.com records just one check for this exact version, so its figures are a small snapshot, not a reliable picture of every V70. That record showed an average private-sale value of £6,300, 87,000 miles, 9,000 miles driven annually and one previous keeper when it was checked; individual cars vary considerably. With its 1.6-litre petrol engine, 180 horsepower and automatic gearbox, this V70 offers brisk, easy-going travel rather than a stripped-back economy-car feel. Its luggage space and comfortable cabin suit families, commuters and holiday trips. The Volvo V70 estate is appealing to buyers wanting understated style, practicality and a solid feel.