2018 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — £16,995 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 29 April 2026 | Ainsdale, Southport
£16,995
15,867 miles | Petrol | Automatic | Hatchback
Listing Quality
85/100
Good
vs Market Average
-4%
Fair Price
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
85
/100
This 2018 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF is listed at £16,995 by PrimeDrive in Ainsdale. It has 15,867 miles on the clock. Priced in line with the market average of £17,723 based on 34 comparable listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £2,805/year in value. The listing quality is good, with adequate photos and specifications provided.
Year
2018
Make
VOLKSWAGEN
Model
GOLF
Body Style
Hatchback
Colour
Blue
Fuel Type
Petrol
Gearbox
Automatic
Mileage
15,867 miles
Engine
1.5L
Seats
5
CO2
114 g/km
Euro Status
Euro 6
ULEZ Compliant
Compliant
Power
148 BHP
Torque
184 lbs/ft
Top Speed
134 mph
0-60 mph
8.0s
Cylinders
4
Gears
7
Combined MPG
56.5 mpg
Urban MPG
45.6 mpg
Extra Urban MPG
65.7 mpg
Length
4258mm
Width
2027mm
Height
1492mm
Wheelbase
2620mm
Kerb Weight
1272 kg
Highlights
This is a Volkswagen Golfwith a towing weight of 1500 kg.
All Features & Equipment (122)
This is a Volkswagen Golfwith a towing weight of 1500 kg.Top speed134 mph0 to 608.0 secondsEngine torque (lbs/ft)184Engine power (BHP)148Extra Urban (mpg)65.7Urban (mpg)45.6Combined (mpg)56.5Cylinders - bore (mm)69TransmissionAutomaticNumber of gears7Cylinders - stroke (mm)99CC1,495Cylinders4CO2 (g/km)114Standard Euro emissionsEuro 6Ultra Low Emission ZoneCompliantAir Conditioning - ManualAmbient Lighting PackBag Hooks in the Luggage Compartment x2Carpet Mats - Front and RearChrome Plated Air Vent SurroundsChrome Plated Electric Mirror Adjustment Switch SurroundChrome Plated Electric Window Button SurroundsChrome-Plated Light Switch SurroundConvenience PackCover for Storage Compartment in Centre ConsoleCup Holders - Front x2Driver Personalisation ProfileDrivers and Passengers Safety Optimised Head RestraintsDust and Pollen FilterFront Centre Armrest with Storage Compartment and Two Rear Air VentsFront Footwell IlluminationFront Seat Back Storage PocketsFront Sport Seats with Height and Lumbar AdjustmentGalvanised BodyGlovebox - CooledGrab Handles - Front x2 Rear x2 with 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 Left and RightLumbar Support for Drivers and Front Passenger SeatPiano Black Decorative Inserts in Centre ConsolePremium USB CableRain Sensor and Automatic Dimming Rear-View MirrorReading Lights Front x2 and Rear x2 - LEDRear Centre Armrest - Folding with Cup Holders x2Reflectors in DoorsSplit Folding Rear Backrests 60-40Steering Column - Height and Reach AdjustableSteering Wheel - Multifunction - Leather Trimmed with Paddle ShiftStorage Compartment in Centre ConsoleStorage Compartment in Front DoorsStorage Compartment in Rear DoorsStorage Compartment in Roof Console with CoverThree Rear Head RestraintsTumbler Decorative Inserts in Dash and Door PanelVanity Mirrors - IlluminatedVariable Boot Floor - Height Adjustable and RemovableWindscreen Wiper with Intermittent Wipe and 4 Position Delay17in Alloy Wheels - DijonBlack Front Air Intake and Radiator Grille with Chrome Trimmed InsertsBody Coloured BumpersBody Coloured Door HandlesBody-Coloured Door Mirrors with Integrated IndicatorsChrome Trimmed Front Air Intake SurroundElectric Windows - Front and RearHeated Rear WindscreenMirror PackRear Diffuser - BlackRear Tinted Glass - B Pillar Backwards - Approx 65 Percent TintedRemote Electrically Foldable Door Mirrors - Door Mirror Puddle Lights and Reverse Activated Kerb-View Adjustment on Passengers Door MirrorsSteel Space Saver Spare WheelTailgate with Integrated Rear Roof SpoilerABS - Anti-Lock Braking System with HBA - Hydraulic Brake AssistAdaptive Cruise ControlAirbagsAlarm with Interior ProtectionAutomatic Post-Collision Braking SystemBrake Pad Wear IndicatorChild Security Locks in the Rear DoorsDriver Alert SystemDriving Mode SelectionESC - Electronic Stability Control including EDL - Electronic Differential Lock and ASR - Traction Control with Deactivation via Infotainment SystemElectronic Engine ImmobiliserElectronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold FunctionFront AssistHeight-Adjustable Front Three-Point Seat Belts with TensionersISOFIX Child Seat Preparation for 2 Rear SeatsMultifunction ComputerParking Sensors - Front and RearPre-Crash Preventive Occupant ProtectionPredictive Pedestrian 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 HandlingHeight1492mmHeight inclusive of roof railsmmLength4258mmWheelbase2620mmWidth2027mmWidth 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 weight1272 kg
At MarketListed at £16,995 vs market average of £17,723 (-4%)
Market Low
£7,995
Market Average
£17,723
Market High
£29,875
Comparables
34 listings
Based on 34 comparable VOLKSWAGEN GOLF listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£886/year
Mileage Impact
Moderate Depreciation
£960/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£2,805/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £14,080 (+£2,915)
Mileage-predicted: £21,470 (£-4,475)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,845/yr | 10k mi/yr £-2,805/yr | 15k mi/yr £-3,764/yr
Based on 742 comparable listings. Slopes from smoothed depreciation curves.
85
Overall Listing Quality
Good — this listing is well-presented and informative.
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