2018 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — £13,695 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 29 April 2026 | Portadown, Craigavon
£13,695
27,196 miles | Petrol | Manual | Hatchback
Listing Quality
82/100
Good
vs Market Average
-16%
Below Market
Value Retention
25/100
Steep Depreciation
Our Verdict
82
/100
This 2018 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF is listed at £13,695 by Ratcliffe Car Sales Ltd in Portadown. It has 27,196 miles on the clock. At 16% below the market average of £16,393, this looks competitively priced based on 72 comparable listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £3,218/year in value. The listing quality is good, with adequate photos and specifications provided.
Year
2018
Make
VOLKSWAGEN
Model
GOLF
Body Style
Hatchback
Colour
Red
Fuel Type
Petrol
Gearbox
Manual
Mileage
27,196 miles
Engine
1.4L
All Features & Equipment (114)
Top speed127 mph0 to 608.8 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)120NOx (mg/km)0Standard Euro emissionsEuro 6Ultra Low Emission ZoneCompliantAir Conditioning - ManualBag Hooks in the Luggage Compartment x2Brushed 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 Personalisation ProfileDrivers and Passengers Safety Optimised Head RestraintsDust and Pollen FilterFront Centre Armrest with Storage Compartment and Two Rear Air VentsFront Comfort Seats with Height and Lumbar AdjustmentFront Seat Back Storage PocketsGalvanised 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 SeatPolar Night Black Decorative Inserts in Centre ConsolePremium USB CableRain Sensor and Automatic Dimming Rear-View MirrorReading Lights - Front x2 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 Compartment in Centre ConsoleStorage Compartment in Front DoorsStorage Compartment in Rear DoorsStorage Compartment in Roof Console with CoverThree Rear Head RestraintsVanity Mirrors - IlluminatedVariable Boot Floor - Height Adjustable and RemovableWindscreen Wiper with Intermittent Wipe and 4 Position Delay16in Alloy Wheels - LinasBlack Front Air Intake and Radiator Grille with Chrome Trimmed InsertsBody Coloured BumpersBody Coloured Door HandlesBody-Coloured Door Mirrors with Integrated IndicatorsElectric Windows - Front and RearHeated Rear WindscreenMirror PackRear Diffuser - BlackRemote 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 SpoilerHeight1492mmHeight 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 weight1201 kgABS - 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 SelectionElectronic Engine ImmobiliserElectronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold FunctionESC - Electronic Stability Control including EDL - Electronic Differential Lock and ASR - Traction Control with Deactivation via Infotainment SystemFront 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 Handling
Below MarketListed at £13,695 vs market average of £16,393 (-16%)
Market Low
£7,315
Market Average
£16,393
Market High
£26,950
Comparables
72 listings
Based on 72 comparable VOLKSWAGEN GOLF listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£886/year
Mileage Impact
Moderate Depreciation
£1,166/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Steep Depreciation
£3,218/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £14,080 (£-385)
Mileage-predicted: £19,172 (£-5,477)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-2,052/yr | 10k mi/yr £-3,218/yr | 15k mi/yr £-4,385/yr
Based on 742 comparable listings. Slopes from smoothed depreciation curves.
82
Overall Listing Quality
Good — this listing is well-presented and informative.
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