2019 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — £16,499 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 29 April 2026 | Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil
£16,499
78,684 miles | Diesel | Automatic | Hatchback
Listing Quality
82/100
Good
vs Market Average
+25%
Above Market
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
82
/100
This 2019 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF is listed at £16,499 by Empressive Motor Co Ltd in Dowlais. It has 78,684 miles on the clock. At 25% above the market average of £13,199, this is priced on the higher side compared to 188 similar listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £2,163/year in value. The listing quality is good, with adequate photos and specifications provided.
Year
2019
Make
VOLKSWAGEN
Model
GOLF
Body Style
Hatchback
Colour
Black
Fuel Type
Diesel
Gearbox
Automatic
Mileage
78,684 miles
Engine
2L
All Features & Equipment (133)
Top speed143 mph0 to 607.1 secondsEngine torque (lbs/ft)280Engine power (BHP)181Combined (mpg)49.6Cylinders - bore (mm)81TransmissionAutomaticNumber of gears7Cylinders - stroke (mm)96CC1,968Cylinders4CO2 (g/km)118Standard Euro emissionsEuro 6Ultra Low Emission ZoneCompliantAmbient LightingAmbient Lighting PackBag Hooks in the Luggage Compartment x2Black RoofliningCarpet Mats - Front and RearChrome Plated Air Vent SurroundsChrome Plated Electric Mirror Adjustment Switch SurroundChrome Plated Electric Window Button SurroundsChrome-Plated Light Switch SurroundClimate ControlConvenience 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 HooksHeated Front SeatsHoneycomb Black Decorative Inserts in Dash and Door PanelsIlluminated Door Sill ProtectorsInstrument 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 60-40Stainless Steel Pedals - Clutch - Brake and AcceleratorSteering 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 RestraintsUnique GTD Instrument ClusterVanity Mirrors - IlluminatedVariable Boot Floor - Height Adjustable and RemovableWindscreen Wiper with Intermittent Wipe and 4 Position DelayWinter Pack18in Alloy Wheels - SevilleBody Coloured BumpersBody Coloured Door HandlesBody-Coloured Door Mirrors with Integrated IndicatorsChrome Trimmed Front Air Intake SurroundElectric Windows - Front and RearExtended Sill Strips - FlaredGTD Styling PackHeated Rear WindscreenHeated Windscreen Washer JetsHoneycomb Radiator Grille with Chrome StripMirror 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 SpoilerUnique GTD BadgingHeight1482mmHeight inclusive of roof railsmmLength4268mmWheelbase2626mmWidth2027mmWidth 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 weight1371 kgABS - Anti-Lock Braking System with HBA - Hydraulic Brake AssistAdaptive Cruise ControlAirbagsAlarm with Interior ProtectionAnti-Tramp FunctionAutomatic 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 SeatsKeyless EntryLow Washer Fluid Warning LightMisfuel Prevention DeviceMultifunction 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
Above MarketListed at £16,499 vs market average of £13,199 (+25%)
Market Low
£6,999
Market Average
£13,199
Market High
£25,995
Comparables
188 listings
Based on 188 comparable VOLKSWAGEN GOLF listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£875/year
Mileage Impact
Moderate Depreciation
£644/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£2,163/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £15,003 (+£1,496)
Mileage-predicted: £12,594 (+£3,905)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,519/yr | 10k mi/yr £-2,163/yr | 15k mi/yr £-2,807/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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