2016 Volkswagen Golf 2L R 3dr — £11,990 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 29 April 2026 | Swineshead, Boston
£11,990
102,000 miles | Petrol | Manual | Hatchback
Listing Quality
50/100
Average
vs Market Average
+18%
Above Market
Value Retention
65/100
Slow Depreciation
Our Verdict
50
/100
This 2016 Volkswagen Golf 2L R 3dr is listed at £11,990 by Strategic Vehicle Solutions in Swineshead. It has 102,000 miles on the clock. At 18% above the market average of £10,170, this is priced on the higher side compared to 112 similar listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £1,239/year in value. The listing quality is average — it could benefit from more photos or detailed specifications.
Year
2016
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Trim
2L R 3dr
Body Style
Hatchback
Colour
Black
Fuel Type
Petrol
Gearbox
Manual
Mileage
102,000 miles
Engine
2L
Doors
3
Seats
5
CO2
165 g/km
Euro Status
Euro 6
ULEZ Compliant
Yes
Road Tax
£265/yr
Monthly Payment
£245.94/mo
All Features & Equipment (112)
12V Socket - Luggage Compartment18in Alloy Wheels - CadizABS - Anti-lock Braking System with HBA - Hydraulic Brake AssistAdaptive Cruise Control ACC Including Front Assist Radar Sensor Controlled Distance Monitoring System City Emergency Braking System Cruise Control and Speed LimiterAirbagsAlarmAmbient LightingAmbient Lighting - BlueAmbient Lighting PackAnti-Tramp FunctionAutomatic Coming-Leaving Home Lighting FunctionAutomatic Post-Collision Braking SystemBag Hooks in the Luggage CompartmentBlack RoofliningBody Coloured BumpersBody Coloured Door HandlesBody-Coloured Roof Spoiler - RearBrake Calipers - BlackBrake Pad Wear IndicatorCarbon-Touch Decorative Inserts in Dash and Door PanelsCarpet MatsChild Security Locks in the Rear DoorsChrome Plated Air Vent SurroundsChrome Plated Electric Mirror Adjustment Switch SurroundChrome Plated Electric Window Button SurroundsChrome-Plated Light Switch SurroundClimate ControlComposition Media SystemConvenience PackCover for Storage Compartment in Centre ConsoleCup Holders - Front x2Differential Lock - Electronic - XDSPlusDiscover Navigation Touch-Screen Navigation-Radio System with Car-Net Guide and InformDoor Sill Protectors - IlluminatedDriver Alert SystemDriver Profile SelectionDrivers and Passengers Safety Optimised Head RestraintsDusk Sensor - Automatic Driving LightsDust and Pollen FilterEasy Entry Sliding SeatsElectric Windows - FrontElectronic Engine ImmobiliserElectronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold FunctionESC - Electronic Stability Control including EDL - Electronic Differential Lock and ASR - Traction ControlExtended Sill Strips - FlaredFirst-Aid Kit and Warning Triangle - Holder OnlyFront Centre Armrest with Storage Compartment and Two Rear Air VentsFront Seat Back Storage PocketsFront Sport Seats with Height and Lumbar AdjustmentFront Sports Seats with Embroidered R LogoGalvanised BodyGas Discharge - Bi-Xenon Dipped and Main Beam Headlights with LED Daytime Running LightsGloss Black Decorative Inserts in Centre ConsoleGlovebox - Illuminated and CooledGrab Handles Front x2 Rear x2 with Integrated Coat HooksHeated Rear WindscreenHeight-Adjustable Front Three-Point Seat Belts with TensionersHigh Level 3rd Brake Light Incorporating LED TechnologyInstrument Lighting - White Adjustable Panel IlluminationInterior Light DelayISOFIX Child Seat Preparation for 2 Rear SeatsLights on Warning BuzzerLoad Lashing Points x4 in Luggage CompartmentLoad-Through ProvisionLuggage Compartment Cover - StowableLuggage Compartment LightLuggage Compartment Storage Area on RightLumbar Support for Drivers and Front Passenger SeatMatt Chrome Effect Door MirrorsMirror PackMultifunction Colour DisplayParking Sensors - Front and RearPre-Crash Preventive Occupant ProtectionProgressive SteeringR Styling PackRadiator Grille - Unique R with Matt-Chrome StripRain Sensor and Automatic Dimming Interior Rear-View MirrorRear Centre Armrest - Folding with Cup Holders x2Rear Diffuser in Black with Twin Oval Chrome Exhaust Tailpipes Left and RightRear Lights Incorporating LED TechnologyRear Number Plate Lights Incorporating LED TechnologyRear Screen Wash-Wipe with Intermittent WipeRear Tinted Glass - B Pillar Backwards - Approx 65 Percent TintedRear Window AerialReflectors in DoorsRemote Central Locking with 2 Remote Folding KeysSmoked Rear Light ClustersSpeedo and Rev Counter - Electronic Odometer - Trip - Service Interval Display - Exterior Temperature Gauge and Fuel GaugeSplit Folding Rear Backrests 60-40Stainless Steel Pedals - Clutch - Brake and AcceleratorSteel Space Saver Spare WheelSteering 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 Roof ConsoleSuspension - R Sports - Lowered by Approx 15mmThree Rear 3-Point Seat BeltsThree Rear Head RestraintsTyre Pressure Loss IndicatorUnder Seat Drawers - Front PassengerUnique R BadgingUnique R Design KeyUnique R Gear Lever KnobUnique R Instrument ClusterUniquely Shaped Roof Spoiler - RearVanity Mirrors - IlluminatedVariable Boot Floor - Height Adjustable and RemovableWarning Buzzer and Light for Front Seat Belts if UnfastenedWindscreen Wipers with Intermittent Wipe and 4 Position DelayWinter Pack
Above MarketListed at £11,990 vs market average of £10,170 (+18%)
Market Low
£4,295
Market Average
£10,170
Market High
£18,500
Comparables
112 listings
Based on 112 comparable Volkswagen Golf listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£788/year
Mileage Impact
Slow Depreciation
£226/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Slow Depreciation
£1,239/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £12,369 (£-379)
Mileage-predicted: £10,479 (+£1,511)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,013/yr | 10k mi/yr £-1,239/yr | 15k mi/yr £-1,464/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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