The VAUXHALL VECTRA (2002-05) 4DR SALOON 3.2I V6 24V ELITE is a large, four-door family saloon in the mainstream UK market. It offers a traditional alternative to hatchbacks and estates, with a separate boot, room for passengers and a strong V6 engine that gives this top-spec version a more powerful character than everyday Vectras. It suits drivers seeking a roomy family or motorway car, not a small, low-cost runabout. The Elite's V6 is its defining attraction, bringing brisk performance and a more upmarket feel than ordinary family saloons, but likely higher fuel bills. Compared with Ford Mondeo rivals, it offers smooth power and a comfortable saloon layout. mycarcheck.com has recorded 17 checks covering six VINs, so this is a small sample. Those records show an average private-sale value of £500, mileage of 107,000 and around four previous keepers; average annual mileage is 2,000 miles per year in the recorded checks.