2021 Volkswagen Golf — £18,159 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 29 April 2026 | Rainham
£18,159
29,678 miles | Petrol Plug-In Hybrid | Automatic | Hatchback
Listing Quality
50/100
Average
vs Market Average
-7%
Below Market
Value Retention
25/100
Steep Depreciation
Our Verdict
50
/100
This 2021 Volkswagen Golf is listed at £18,159 by Cargem in Rainham. It has 29,678 miles on the clock. At 7% below the market average of £19,543, this looks competitively priced based on 121 comparable listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £3,490/year in value. The listing quality is average — it could benefit from more photos or detailed specifications.
Year
2021
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Body Style
Hatchback
Colour
White
Fuel Type
Petrol Plug-In Hybrid
Gearbox
Automatic
Mileage
29,678 miles
Engine
1.4L
Doors
5
Seats
5
CO2
26 g/km
Euro Status
Euro 6
ULEZ Compliant
Yes
Road Tax
£195/yr
Battery Range
38 miles
Monthly Payment
£288.56/mo
All Features & Equipment (155)
12V Socket - Centre Console12V Socket - Front Centre Console12V Socket - Luggage Compartment12V Socket in Luggage Compartment17in Alloy Wheels - Richmond3 Rear Three-Point Seat BeltsABS - Anti-lock Braking System with HBA - Hydraulic Brake AssistAdaptive Cruise ControlAdvanced High-Beam Control Dynamic Light Assist for LED Matrix HeadlightsAir Conditioning - 3 Zone Electronic Climate ControlAirbagsAlarm with Interior Protection with Deactivation via Infotainment SystemAluminium Gearshift Knob and HandleAmbient LightingApp-ConnectAutomatic Coming-Leaving Home Lighting FunctionAutomatic Post-Collision Braking SystemBag Hooks in Luggage Compartment - Left and RightBlack Metal Chrome Decorative Inserts in Dash and Front Door PanelsBody Coloured BumpersBody Coloured Door HandlesBody Coloured Door Handles and Mirrors with Integrated IndicatorsBody Coloured Rear SpoilerBody-Coloured Door Mirrors with Integrated IndicatorsCar2XCar2X - Intelligent Vehicle NetworkingCarpet Mats - Front and RearCentral Locking - Remote with 2 Remote KeysCharging Cable - 10amp Mains - Mode 2Charging Cable - 16amp AC - Mode 3Chrome Plated Electric Mirror Adjustment Switch SurroundChrome Plated Electric Window Button SurroundsChrome-plated Surround to Electric Mirror Button - Window Switch and Air Vent SurroundsClimate ControlCup Holders - Front x2Digital Cockpit - 10.25in High Resolution TFT Dash Display Screen with Customisable Menus and InformationDigital Cockpit ProDigital Speedo and Rev Counter - Electronic Odometer - Trip - Service Interval Display - Exterior Temperature Gauge and Fuel GaugeDiscover Navigation Infotainment SystemDiscover Navigation SystemDoor Mirrors - Electrically Adjustable-Heated and FoldingDoor Sill ProtectorsDriver Alert SystemDriver Alert System - Fatigue DetectionDriver Profile SelectionDrivers and Front Passengers Safety Optimised Head RestraintsDrivers and Front Passengers Sun Visors with Vanity MirrorsDrivers and Passengers Safety Optimised Head RestraintsDriving Profile SelectDriving Profile SelectionDusk Sensor - Automatic Driving LightsDynamic Headlight Range ControlDynamic Road Sign Displaye-Sound - Exterior Sound Generator When Driving in e-ModeeCall - Emergency Call Service for SOS Calls to Emergency ResponseElectric Windows - Front and RearElectronic Engine ImmobiliserElectronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold FunctionESC - Electronic Stability ControlFront Centre Armrest with Storage CompartmentFront Seat Back Storage PocketsFront Sport Seats with Height and Lumbar AdjustmentFront Windscreen Washers and Wipers with 4 Speeds including Interval DelayGalvanised BodyGloss Black Decorative Inserts in Dash Surround with Parking BrakeGloveboxGrab Handles - Front - Rear x2GTE Styling PackHead Restraints - Front IntegratedHeat Insulating Tinted Glass In Side and Rear WindowsHeat Insulating WindscreenHeated Rear WindscreenHeight Adjustable Front Three-Point Seat Belts with TensionersHeight and Reach Adjustable Steering WheelHeight-Adjustable Front Three-Point Seat Belts with TensionersHigh Level 3rd Brake Light Incorporating LED TechnologyHighway LightIlluminated Front GrilleInterior Ambient LightingInterior Light DelayIQ Light LED Matrix Headlights includes Dynamic CorneringISOFIX Child Seat PreparationJacara Blue Cloth - Titan Black-BlueKeyless Entry - with Start-Stop ButtonLane Assist with Road Edge RecognitionLane Change AssistLarger Diameter Brake Discs and Red Brake CalipersLeather-Wrapped Multi-Function Sports Steering Wheel - Heated with Paddle ShiftLED Footwell Illumination - FrontLED Front Fog Lights - 5-Honeycomb DesignLED Front Fog Lights - x5 Individual Set in Honeycomb Front Air IntakeLED License Plate IlluminationLED Lighting in Door Handle Recess - Front and RearLED Rear Combination Lights with Dynamic Turn SignalLED Rear Light Clusters with Dynamic Sequential IndicatorsLights on Warning BuzzerLoad Lashing Points x2 in Luggage CompartmentLoad-Through ProvisionLowered Sports SuspensionLuggage Compartment Cover - StowableLuggage Compartment LightLuggage Compartment Light Incorporating LED Technology - RightMobile Phone Interface with Wireless Inductive Charging FunctionMultifunction Camera for Distance ControlParking Sensors - Front and RearPedals - Brushed Stainless SteelPredictive Pedestrian ProtectionPremium USB C Cable - Choice of Either Apple or Android Smartphone CompatibilityPremium USB CableProgressive SteeringR-Line Door and Side Trim PanelR-Line Front Seats Integrated Head RestraintsRain Sensor and Automatic Dimming Rear-View MirrorReading Lights - Front and Rear x2 Incorporating LED TechnologyReading Lights Front x2 and Rear x2 - LEDRear Centre Armrest - Folding with Cup Holders x2Rear Diffuser - BlackRear Fog Light on One Side and Reversing Lights on Both SidesRear Number Plate Lights Incorporating LED TechnologyRear Screen Wash-Wipe with Intermittent WipeRear Tinted GlassRemote Central Locking with SAFELOCK and Keyless Go Start-Stop ButtonRemote Electrically Foldable Door Mirrors - Door Mirror Puddle Lights and Reverse Activated Kerb-View Adjustment on Passengers Door MirrorsSocket AC Type 2Speedo and Rev Counter - Electronic Odometer - Trip - Service Interval Display - Exterior Temperature Gauge and Fuel GaugeSplit Folding Backrest - Unsplit Rear Seat BenchSplit Folding Rear Backrests 60-40Sports SuspensionSteering Wheel - Heated Multifunction Leather TrimmedStorage Compartment in Centre ConsoleStorage Compartment in Front and Rear DoorsTailgate with Integrated Rear Roof SpoilerThree Rear 3-Point Seat BeltsThree Rear Head RestraintsTouch Sensitive Shortcut Menu Items for Infotainment DisplayTravel Assist with Emergency Assist and Side Assist with Rear Traffic AlertTravel Assist with Emergency Assist including Side AssistTwo 6 Metre Charging Cables - 16amp AC Cable for Wallbox-Chargepoints - Mode 2 - and 10amp Mains Charge Cable - Mode 2Two-Tone HornTyre Mobility KitTyre Mobility Kit and CompressorTyre Pressure Loss IndicatorTyre Pressure Monitoring SystemUnique GTE Aluminium Gear KnobUnique GTE BadgingUnquie GTE Styled BumpersVanity Mirrors - IlluminatedVariable Boot Floor - Height Adjustable and RemovableWarning Buzzer and Light for Front Seat Belts if UnfastenedWe Connect Plus PreparationWelcome LightWindscreen Wiper with Intermittent Wipe and 4 Position DelayWireless Smartphone ChargerWoven Fabric Storage Compartments in Front and Rear DoorsXDS Electronic Differential Lock for Improved Traction and Handling
Below MarketListed at £18,159 vs market average of £19,543 (-7%)
Market Low
£7,315
Market Average
£19,543
Market High
£32,495
Comparables
121 listings
Based on 121 comparable Volkswagen Golf listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£1,157/year
Mileage Impact
Moderate Depreciation
£1,166/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Steep Depreciation
£3,490/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £16,765 (+£1,394)
Mileage-predicted: £19,172 (£-1,013)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-2,323/yr | 10k mi/yr £-3,490/yr | 15k mi/yr £-4,656/yr
Based on 742 comparable listings. Slopes from smoothed depreciation curves.
50
Overall Listing Quality
Average — some areas could be improved.
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