2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — £15,995 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 29 April 2026 | Ivybridge
£15,995
43,000 miles | Petrol | Manual | Hatchback
Listing Quality
84/100
Good
vs Market Average
+9%
Above Market
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
84
/100
This 2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF is listed at £15,995 by GKS of Ivybridge in Ivybridge. It has 43,000 miles on the clock. At 9% above the market average of £14,625, this is priced on the higher side compared to 130 similar listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £1,889/year in value. The listing quality is good, with adequate photos and specifications provided.
Year
2016
Make
VOLKSWAGEN
Model
GOLF
Body Style
Hatchback
Colour
White
Fuel Type
Petrol
Gearbox
Manual
Mileage
43,000 miles
Engine
2L
All Features & Equipment (127)
Top speed152 mph0 to 606.5 secondsEngine torque (lbs/ft)258Engine power (BHP)217Extra Urban (mpg)51.4Urban (mpg)36.2Combined (mpg)44.1Cylinders - bore (mm)82TransmissionManualNumber of gears6Cylinders - stroke (mm)93CC1,984Cylinders4CO2 (g/km)148NOx (mg/km)0Standard Euro emissionsEuro 6Ultra Low Emission ZoneCompliantAmbient Lighting - RedAmbient Lighting PackBag Hooks in the Luggage CompartmentBlack RoofliningCarpet MatsChrome 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 x2Cyclone Decorative Inserts in Dash - Centre Console and Door PanelsDoor Sill Protectors - IlluminatedDriver Profile SelectionDrivers and Passengers Safety Optimised Head RestraintsDust and Pollen FilterFirst-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 AdjustmentGalvanised BodyGlovebox - Illuminated and CooledGrab Handles Front x2 Rear x2 with Integrated 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 RightPedals - Stainless SteelRain Sensor and Automatic Dimming Interior Rear-View MirrorRear 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 DoorsThree Rear Head RestraintsUnder Seat Drawers - Front PassengerUnique GTI Instrument ClusterVanity Mirrors - IlluminatedVariable Boot Floor - Height Adjustable and RemovableWindscreen Wipers with Intermittent Wipe and 4 Position DelayWinter Pack18in Alloy Wheels - AustinBody Coloured BumpersBody Coloured Door HandlesBody-Coloured Door Mirrors with Integrated IndicatorsBrake Calipers - RedElectric Rear WindowsElectric Windows - FrontExtended Sill Strips - FlaredGTI Styling PackHeated Rear WindscreenHoneycomb Radiator Grille with Red StripeMirror PackRear Diffuser - Black with Chrome Exhaust Tailpipes Left and RightRear Tinted Glass - B Pillar Backwards - Approx 65 Percent TintedSmoked Rear Light ClustersSteel Space Saver Spare WheelUnique GTI BadgingUnique GTI Interior BadgingUniquely Shaped Roof Spoiler - RearHeight1442mmHeight inclusive of roof railsmmLength4268mmWheelbase2631mmWidth2027mmWidth 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 weight1351 kgABS - Anti-lock Braking System with HBA - Hydraulic Brake AssistAdaptive Cruise ControlAirbagsAlarmAnti-Tramp FunctionAutomatic Post-Collision Braking SystemBrake Pad Wear IndicatorChild Security Locks in the Rear DoorsDifferential Lock - Electronic - XDSPlusDriver Alert SystemElectronic Engine ImmobiliserElectronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold FunctionESC - Electronic Stability Control including EDL - Electronic Differential Lock and ASR - Traction ControlHeight-Adjustable Front Three-Point Seat Belts with TensionersISOFIX Child Seat Preparation for 2 Rear SeatsKeyless EntryLow Washer Fluid Warning LightParking Sensors - Front and RearPre-Crash Preventive Occupant 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 Unfastened
Above MarketListed at £15,995 vs market average of £14,625 (+9%)
Market Low
£3,185
Market Average
£14,625
Market High
£24,700
Comparables
130 listings
Based on 130 comparable VOLKSWAGEN GOLF listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£788/year
Mileage Impact
Moderate Depreciation
£551/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£1,889/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £12,369 (+£3,626)
Mileage-predicted: £16,538 (£-543)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,338/yr | 10k mi/yr £-1,889/yr | 15k mi/yr £-2,440/yr
Based on 742 comparable listings. Slopes from smoothed depreciation curves.
84
Overall Listing Quality
Good — this listing is well-presented and informative.
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