2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — £8,995 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 29 April 2026 | Ivybridge
£8,995
71,000 miles | Petrol | Manual | Hatchback
Listing Quality
84/100
Good
vs Market Average
-31%
Below Market
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
84
/100
This 2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF is listed at £8,995 by GKS of Ivybridge in Ivybridge. It has 71,000 miles on the clock. At 31% below the market average of £13,022, this looks competitively priced based on 208 comparable listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £2,167/year in value. The listing quality is good, with adequate photos and specifications provided.
Year
2016
Make
VOLKSWAGEN
Model
GOLF
Body Style
Hatchback
Colour
Red
Fuel Type
Petrol
Gearbox
Manual
Mileage
71,000 miles
Engine
1.4L
All Features & Equipment (111)
Top speed127 mph0 to 609.1 secondsEngine torque (lbs/ft)148Engine power (BHP)123Extra Urban (mpg)65.7Urban (mpg)42.2Combined (mpg)54.3Cylinders - bore (mm)76TransmissionManualNumber of gears6Cylinders - stroke (mm)76CC1,395Cylinders4CO2 (g/km)120Standard Euro emissionsEuro 6Ultra Low Emission ZoneCompliantAir Conditioning - ManualBag Hooks in the Luggage CompartmentBrushed Dark Silver Decorative Inserts in Dash and Door PanelsChrome Plated Air Vent SurroundsChrome-Plated Light Switch SurroundConvenience PackCover for Storage Compartment in Centre ConsoleCup Holders - Front x2Driver Profile SelectionDrivers and Passengers Safety Optimised Head RestraintsDust and Pollen FilterFirst-Aid Kit and Warning Triangle - Holder OnlyFront Centre Armrest with Storage Compartment and Two Rear Air VentsFront Comfort Seats with Height and Lumbar AdjustmentFront Seat Back Storage PocketsGalvanised BodyGlovebox - Illuminated and CooledGrab Handles Front x2 Rear x2 with Integrated Coat HooksInstrument Lighting - White Adjustable Panel IlluminationInterior Light DelayLoad Lashing Points x4 in Luggage CompartmentLoad-Through ProvisionLuggage Compartment Cover - StowableLuggage Compartment LightLuggage Compartment Storage Area on RightLumbar Support for Drivers and Front Passenger SeatRain Sensor and Automatic Dimming Interior Rear-View MirrorReading Lights - Front and Rear x2Rear Centre Armrest - Folding with Cup Holders x2Reflectors in DoorsSplit Folding Rear Backrests 60-40Steering Column - Height and Reach AdjustableSteering Wheel - Multifunction - Leather TrimmedStorage - Cover for Area in Roof ConsoleStorage Compartment in Centre ConsoleStorage Compartment in Front DoorsStorage Compartment in Rear DoorsStorage Compartment in Roof ConsoleThree Rear Head RestraintsUnder Seat Drawers - Front PassengerVanity Mirrors - IlluminatedVariable Boot Floor - Height Adjustable and RemovableWindscreen Wipers with Intermittent Wipe and 4 Position DelayWinter Pack16in Alloy Wheels - DoverBlack Front Air Intake and Radiator Grille with Chrome Trimmed InsertsBody Coloured BumpersBody Coloured Door HandlesBody-Coloured Door Mirrors with Integrated IndicatorsElectric Rear WindowsElectric Windows - FrontExhaust Tailpipes - TwinHeated Rear WindscreenMirror PackRear Diffuser - BlackSteel Space Saver Spare WheelTailgate with Integrated Rear Roof SpoilerHeight1452mmHeight inclusive of roof railsmmLength4255mmWheelbase2637mmWidth2027mmWidth including mirrorsmmLuggage capacity (seats up) litresLuggage capacity (seats down) litresNumber of seats5Gross vehicle weight kgMax loading weightkgMax towing weight (braked)kgMax towing weight (unbraked)kgTurning circle (kerb to kerb) metresMax roof loadkgMinimum kerb weight1225 kgABS - Anti-lock Braking System with HBA - Hydraulic Brake AssistAirbagsAlarmAutomatic Post-Collision Braking SystemBrake Pad Wear IndicatorChild Security Locks in the Rear DoorsDriver Alert SystemElectronic Engine ImmobiliserElectronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold FunctionESC - Electronic Stability Control including EDL - Electronic Differential Lock and ASR - Traction ControlHeight-Adjustable Front Three-Point Seat Belts with TensionersISOFIX Child Seat Preparation for 2 Rear SeatsParking Sensors - Front and RearPre-Crash Preventive Occupant ProtectionRear Number Plate Lights Incorporating LED TechnologyRear Screen Wash-Wipe with Intermittent WipeRemote Central Locking with 2 Remote Folding KeysSpeedo and Rev Counter - Electronic Odometer - Trip - Service Interval Display - Exterior Temperature Gauge and Fuel GaugeThree Rear 3-Point Seat BeltsTyre Pressure Loss IndicatorWarning Buzzer and Light for Front Seat Belts if UnfastenedXDS Electronic Differential Lock for Improved Traction and Handling
Below MarketListed at £8,995 vs market average of £13,022 (-31%)
Market Low
£5,949
Market Average
£13,022
Market High
£29,065
Comparables
208 listings
Based on 208 comparable VOLKSWAGEN GOLF listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£788/year
Mileage Impact
Moderate Depreciation
£690/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£2,167/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £12,369 (£-3,374)
Mileage-predicted: £13,160 (£-4,165)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,477/yr | 10k mi/yr £-2,167/yr | 15k mi/yr £-2,857/yr
Based on 742 comparable listings. Slopes from smoothed depreciation curves.
84
Overall Listing Quality
Good — this listing is well-presented and informative.
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