The VOLVO V40 (1996-04) 5DR ESTATE 1.9 T4 is a compact five-door estate, combining useful luggage space with the lively character of Volvo’s T4 turbo range. In today’s UK used-car market, it is an older, less common alternative to family hatchbacks and larger estates, offering everyday practicality in a manageable size. It suits couples, small families and commuters wanting a car for daily journeys and luggage, while the T4’s turbocharged performance gives it more punch than many rivals. Mycarcheck.com has recorded just two checks, covering two different VINs, so these figures are a small snapshot, not a market-wide guide. Those checks suggest an average private-sale value of £400, around 90,000 miles, 4,000 miles driven annually and three previous keepers. These limited-sample averages are not a live valuation. The V40 stands out for its blend of Swedish practicality and stronger-than-usual pace, appealing to buyers seeking character in an affordable older estate.