2016 Volkswagen Golf — £8,990 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 29 April 2026 | Cranleigh
£8,990
81,858 miles | Petrol | Manual | Hatchback
Listing Quality
50/100
Average
vs Market Average
-23%
Below Market
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
50
/100
This 2016 Volkswagen Golf is listed at £8,990 by Surrey Specialist Cars (SSC) in Cranleigh. It has 81,858 miles on the clock. At 23% below the market average of £11,643, this looks competitively priced based on 203 comparable listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £1,978/year in value. The listing quality is average — it could benefit from more photos or detailed specifications.
Year
2016
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Body Style
Hatchback
Colour
Grey
Fuel Type
Petrol
Gearbox
Manual
Mileage
81,858 miles
Engine
1.4L
Doors
5
Seats
5
CO2
112 g/km
Euro Status
Euro 6
ULEZ Compliant
Yes
Monthly Payment
£172.01/mo
All Features & Equipment (103)
12V Socket - Luggage Compartment18in Alloy Wheels - DurbanABS - 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 LimiterAir Conditioning - ManualAirbagsAlarmAmbient LightingAmbient Lighting - WhiteAmbient Lighting PackAutomatic Coming-Leaving Home Lighting FunctionAutomatic Post-Collision Braking SystemBag Hooks in the Luggage CompartmentBlack Front Air Intake and Radiator Grille with Chrome Trimmed Inserts and Roundel SurroundBody Coloured BumpersBody Coloured Door HandlesBody-Coloured Door Mirrors with Integrated IndicatorsBrake Pad Wear IndicatorCarpet MatsCherry Red Rear Light ClustersChild Security Locks in the Rear DoorsChrome Plated Air Vent SurroundsChrome Plated Electric Mirror Adjustment Switch SurroundChrome Plated Electric Window Button SurroundsChrome Trimmed Front Air Intake SurroundChrome-Plated Light Switch SurroundComposition Media SystemConvenience PackCover for Storage Compartment in Centre ConsoleCup Holders - Front x2Cyclone Decorative Inserts in Dash and Door PanelsDiscover Navigation Touch-Screen Navigation-Radio System with Car-Net Guide and InformDriver Alert SystemDriver Profile SelectionDrivers and Passengers Safety Optimised Head RestraintsDusk Sensor - Automatic Driving LightsDust and Pollen FilterElectric Rear WindowsElectric Windows - FrontElectronic Engine ImmobiliserElectronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold FunctionESC - Electronic Stability Control including EDL - Electronic Differential Lock and ASR - Traction ControlFirst-Aid Kit and Warning Triangle - Holder OnlyFootwell Illumination - FrontFront Centre Armrest with Storage Compartment and Two Rear Air VentsFront Fog LightsFront Seat Back Storage PocketsFront Sport Seats with Height and Lumbar AdjustmentGalvanised BodyGloss Black Decorative Inserts in Centre ConsoleGlovebox - Illuminated and CooledGrab Handles Front x2 Rear x2 with Integrated Coat HooksHalogen Clear Headlights - Range Adjustable with Daytime Running LightsHeated 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 SeatMirror PackMultifunction Computer with 3.5 TFT ScreenPanoramic SunroofParking Sensors - Front and RearPower Assisted Steering - Speed-Sensitive - Electro-Mechanical Steering RackPre-Crash Preventive Occupant ProtectionRain Sensor and Automatic Dimming Interior Rear-View MirrorReading Lights - Front and Rear x2 Incorporating LED TechnologyRear Centre Armrest - Folding with Cup Holders x2Rear Diffuser - BlackRear 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 KeysSpeedo and Rev Counter - Electronic Odometer - Trip - Service Interval Display - Exterior Temperature Gauge and Fuel GaugeSplit Folding Rear Backrests 60-40Steel 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 Rear DoorsStorage Compartment in Roof ConsoleSuspension - Sports - Lowered by Approx 10mmTailgate with Integrated Rear Roof SpoilerThree Rear 3-Point Seat BeltsThree Rear Head RestraintsTyre Pressure Loss IndicatorUnder Seat Drawers - Front PassengerVanity Mirrors - IlluminatedVariable Boot Floor - Height Adjustable and RemovableWarning Buzzer and Light for Front Seat Belts if UnfastenedWindscreen Wipers with Intermittent Wipe and 4 Position DelayXDS Electronic Differential Lock for Improved Traction and Handling
Below MarketListed at £8,990 vs market average of £11,643 (-23%)
Market Low
£4,295
Market Average
£11,643
Market High
£25,995
Comparables
203 listings
Based on 203 comparable Volkswagen Golf listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£788/year
Mileage Impact
Moderate Depreciation
£595/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£1,978/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £12,369 (£-3,379)
Mileage-predicted: £11,872 (£-2,882)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,383/yr | 10k mi/yr £-1,978/yr | 15k mi/yr £-2,573/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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