2018 Volkswagen Golf 2L R-Line 5dr — £12,489 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 28 April 2026 | Vroom Retail Park, North Shields
£12,489
77,230 miles | Diesel | Manual | Hatchback
Listing Quality
50/100
Average
vs Market Average
-2%
Fair Price
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
50
/100
This 2018 Volkswagen Golf 2L R-Line 5dr is listed at £12,489 by Cartec Motor Company in Vroom Retail Park. It has 77,230 miles on the clock. Priced in line with the market average of £12,745 based on 219 comparable listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £2,174/year in value. The listing quality is average — it could benefit from more photos or detailed specifications.
Year
2018
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Trim
2L R-Line 5dr
Body Style
Hatchback
Colour
Black
Fuel Type
Diesel
Gearbox
Manual
Mileage
77,230 miles
Engine
2L
Doors
5
Seats
5
CO2
111 g/km
Euro Status
Euro 6
ULEZ Compliant
Yes
Road Tax
£195/yr
Monthly Payment
£316.65/mo
Highlights
Adaptive Cruise ControlApple CarPlay and Android AutoAmbient Lighting PackParking Sensors - Front and RearLowered Sports Suspension
All Features & Equipment (110)
Adaptive Cruise ControlApple CarPlay and Android AutoAmbient Lighting PackParking Sensors - Front and RearLowered Sports Suspension12V Socket - Luggage Compartment17in Alloy Wheels - SingaporeABS - Anti-Lock Braking System with HBA - Hydraulic Brake AssistAir Conditioning - ManualAirbagsAlarm with Interior ProtectionAutomatic Coming-Leaving Home Lighting FunctionAutomatic Post-Collision Braking SystemBag Hooks in the Luggage Compartment x2Black Front Air Intake and Radiator Grille with Chrome Trimmed InsertsBlack RoofliningBody Coloured BumpersBody Coloured Door HandlesBody-Coloured Door Mirrors with Integrated IndicatorsBrake Pad Wear IndicatorCar-Net App ConnectCarpet Mats - Front and RearChild Security Locks in the Rear DoorsChrome Effect Trapezoid Dummy Exhaust Tailpipe Surrounds - Left and RightChrome 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 x2Dark Diamond Decorative Inserts in Dash and Door PanelsDiscover Navigation Touch-Screen Navigation-Radio System with Car-Net Guide and InformDoor Sill Protectors in Stainless SteelDriver Alert SystemDriver Personalisation ProfileDrivers and Passengers Safety Optimised Head RestraintsDriving Mode SelectionDusk Sensor - Automatic Driving LightsDust and Pollen FilterElectric Windows - Front and RearElectronic Engine ImmobiliserElectronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold FunctionESC - Electronic Stability Control including EDL - Electronic Differential Lock and ASR - Traction Control with Deactivation via Infotainment SystemFront AssistFront Centre Armrest with Storage Compartment and Two Rear Air VentsFront Footwell IlluminationFront Seat Back Storage PocketsFront Sport Seats with Height and Lumbar AdjustmentFront Sports Seats with Embossed R-Line Logo on Rear Seat BackrestGalvanised BodyGlovebox - CooledGrab Handles - Front x2 Rear x2 with Coat HooksHalogen Clear Headlights - Range Adjustable - LED 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 Left and RightLumbar Support for Drivers and Front Passenger SeatMirror PackMisfuel Prevention DeviceMultifunction ComputerPiano Black Decorative Inserts in Centre ConsolePower Assisted Steering - Speed-Sensitive - Electro-Mechanical Steering RackPre-Crash Preventive Occupant ProtectionPredictive Pedestrian ProtectionPremium USB CableR-Line Styling PackRain Sensor and Automatic Dimming Rear-View MirrorReading Lights Front x2 and Rear x2 - LEDRear Centre Armrest - Folding with Cup Holders x2Rear DiffuserRear 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 KeysRemote Electrically Foldable Door Mirrors - Door Mirror Puddle Lights and Reverse Activated Kerb-View Adjustment on Passengers Door MirrorsSpeedo 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 Compartment in Centre ConsoleStorage Compartment in Front DoorsStorage Compartment in Rear DoorsStorage Compartment in Roof Console with CoverTailgate with Integrated Rear Roof SpoilerThree Rear 3-Point Seat BeltsThree Rear Head RestraintsTyre Pressure Loss IndicatorUnique R-Line BadgingVanity Mirrors - IlluminatedVariable Boot Floor - Height Adjustable and RemovableWarning Buzzer and Light for Front Seat Belts if UnfastenedWindscreen Wiper with Intermittent Wipe and 4 Position DelayXDS Electronic Differential Lock for Improved Traction and Handling
At MarketListed at £12,489 vs market average of £12,745 (-2%)
Market Low
£6,199
Market Average
£12,745
Market High
£25,995
Comparables
219 listings
Based on 219 comparable Volkswagen Golf listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£886/year
Mileage Impact
Moderate Depreciation
£644/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£2,174/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £14,080 (£-1,591)
Mileage-predicted: £12,594 (£-105)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,530/yr | 10k mi/yr £-2,174/yr | 15k mi/yr £-2,817/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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