The VOLVO S80 (2006-10) 4DR SALOON 2.4D 163 SE GTRON AUTO6 is a large, comfortable executive saloon, aimed at buyers wanting a refined alternative to mainstream family cars. It sits in the premium end of the UK used-car market, competing with models such as the BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Audi A6. Mycarcheck.com recorded 340 look-ups across 173 different VINs, a useful sample of buyer interest. Checked cars averaged £2,700 in private-sale value and 148,000 miles, with annual mileage around 8,000. The data also shows an average of 4.5 previous keepers, so check each car’s history and condition carefully; these figures describe checked examples, not every S80. Its 2.4-litre diesel and automatic gearbox suit motorway journeys, business travel and family trips, while the roomy cabin and ride attract buyers. Less suited to tight city parking or buyers seeking low running costs, it offers comfort and prestige for the money.