2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — £16,099 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 29 April 2026 | Hardwicke Circus, Carlisle
£16,099
58,086 miles | Manual | Hatchback
Listing Quality
84/100
Good
vs Market Average
+12%
Above Market
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
84
/100
This 2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF is listed at £16,099 by DTC Motors LTD in Hardwicke Circus. It has 58,086 miles on the clock. At 12% above the market average of £14,340, this is priced on the higher side compared to 188 similar listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £1,811/year in value. The listing quality is good, with adequate photos and specifications provided.
Year
2016
Make
VOLKSWAGEN
Model
GOLF
Body Style
Hatchback
Colour
Grey
Gearbox
Manual
Mileage
58,086 miles
Engine
2L
Seats
5
CO2
114 g/km
Euro Status
Euro 6
ULEZ Compliant
Compliant
Power
181 BHP
Torque
280 lbs/ft
Top Speed
143 mph
0-60 mph
7.5s
Cylinders
4
Gears
6
Combined MPG
64.2 mpg
Urban MPG
53.3 mpg
Extra Urban MPG
70.6 mpg
Length
4268mm
Width
2027mm
Height
1442mm
Wheelbase
2631mm
Kerb Weight
1377 kg
Highlights
CLIMATE CONTROLPARKING SENSORSNAVIGATIONMETALIC PAINTCRUISE CONTROL AND SPEED LIMITER
All Features & Equipment (184)
CLIMATE CONTROLPARKING SENSORSNAVIGATIONMETALIC PAINTCRUISE CONTROL AND SPEED LIMITERTop speed143 mph0 to 607.5 secondsEngine torque (lbs/ft)280Engine power (BHP)181Extra Urban (mpg)70.6Urban (mpg)53.3Combined (mpg)64.2Cylinders - bore (mm)81TransmissionManualNumber of gears6Cylinders - stroke (mm)96CC1,968Cylinders4CO2 (g/km)114Standard Euro emissionsEuro 6Ultra Low Emission ZoneCompliant2 Zone Electronic Climate Control with Automatic Air RecirculationAir Vent Surrounds - Chrome EffectAmbient Lighting - WhiteAmbient Lighting PackArmrest - Front Centre with Storage CompartmentAutomatic Dimming Rear View MirrorBranded Points of Interest for Sat NavCarpet - BlackCarpet Mats - Front and RearCentre Console - Cyclone Decorative InsertsChrome Plated Electric Mirror Adjustment Switch SurroundChrome Plated Electric Window Button SurroundsChrome-Plated Light Switch SurroundConvenience PackCup Holders - Front x2Cup Holders - Rear Armrest x2Dashboard - Cyclone Decorative InsertsDoor Panels - Cyclone Decorative InsertsDoor Sill Protectors - IlluminatedDriver Profile SelectionDust and Pollen FilterFirst-Aid Kit and Warning Triangle - Holder OnlyFootwell Illumination - Front x2Front Seat Back Storage PocketsGear Knob Gaiter - GTD Logo and Grey StitchingGlovebox - Illuminated - Cooled - LockableGrab Handles - Front x2 Rear x2 with Coat HooksHead Restraints - Front Whiplash OptimisedHeated Front SeatsHeight and Reach Adjustable Steering ColumnInstrument Lighting - White Adjustable Panel IlluminationInterior Lighting DelayLeather Gaiter on Gear LeverLeather Trimmed Gear KnobLeather Trimmed Three-Spoke Steering Wheel and Gear KnobLight Strips Below Trim in Front DoorsLights in Front Door ArmrestsLoad Lashing Points x4 in Luggage CompartmentLoad-Through ProvisionLoad-through Provision Converts to Table FunctionLuggage Compartment - HooksLuggage Compartment CoverLuggage Compartment LightLuggage Compartment Storage Area on RightMap View - 2D and 3DPedals - Stainless SteelRain SensorReading Lights Front x2 and Rear x2 - LEDRear Centre ArmrestReflectors in DoorsRoof Lining - BlackRoute Options for Sat Nav - Fast-Short-EcoSMS Functionality - Read - Compose and Send SMS Messages Using Touch Screen Display - Android Compatible Smartphones OnlySeats - Front Lumbar SupportSeats - Front SportsSeats - Height Adjustment - FrontSimultaneous Pairing of 2 Compatible Mobile DevicesSpeed Limit DisplaySplit Folding Rear Backrests 60-40Start-Stop ButtonSteering Wheel - Audio ControlsSteering Wheel - GTD LogoSteering Wheel - Grey StitchingSteering Wheel - MultifunctionStorage - Cover for Area in Roof ConsoleStorage Compartment in Centre Console CoveredStorage Compartment in Front DoorsStorage Compartment in Rear DoorsStorage Compartment in Roof ConsoleSun Visors - Vanity Mirrors and IlluminatedThree Rear Head RestraintsTitle and Cover Art DisplayTwo Rear Air VentsUnder Seat Drawers - Front PassengerUnique GTD Instrument ClusterVariable Boot FloorWindscreen Wipers with Intermittent Wipe and 4 Position DelayWinter Pack18in Alloy Wheels - NogaroAnti-Theft Wheel BoltsBody Coloured BumpersBody Coloured Door HandlesBody-Coloured Door Mirrors with Integrated IndicatorsBrake Calipers - GreyBumpers - Unique GTDChrome Trimmed Front Air Intake Grille SurroundDoor Mirrors - Electrically Adjustable-Heated and FoldingDoor Mirrors - Reverse Activated Kerb View Adjustment on PassengersDynamic Curve LightingElectric Windows - Front and RearExhaust Tailpipes - Chrome TwinExtended Sill Strips - FlaredFront Air Intake - Black HoneycombGTD Exterior BadgeHeated Rear WindscreenHeated Windscreen Washer JetsMirror PackRadiator Grille - Honeycomb with Chrome StripeRear Diffuser - BlackSmoked Rear Light ClustersSpare Wheel - Space Saver SteelStyling Pack for GTDTinted Glass - Heat Insulating Rear 65 Percent Light Absorbing from B Pillar BackwardsUniquely Shaped Roof SpoilerABS - Anti-Lock Braking SystemASR - Anti Slip RegulationAirbags - Curtain FrontAirbags - Curtain RearAirbags - DriverAirbags - Drivers KneeAirbags - Front PassengerAirbags - Front Passenger with Deactivation SwitchAirbags - Front Seat Side ImpactAlarm with Interior ProtectionAnti-Tramp Function for ESPAutomatic Post-Collision Braking SystemBrake Pad Wear IndicatorCar Information DisplayCentral Locking - Remote with 2 Remote KeysChild Locks in Rear DoorsCruise Control - AdaptiveDifferential Lock - Electronic - XDSPlusDriver Alert SystemESP - Electronic Stability ProgrammeElectronic Engine ImmobiliserElectronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold FunctionFront Assist including City Emergency BrakingGear Shift IndicatorHBA - Hydraulic Brake AssistHeight-Adjustable Front Three-Point Seat Belts with TensionersISOFIX Child Seat Preparation for 2 Rear SeatsKeyless Entry - with Start-Stop ButtonKeys - Folding x 2LED Rear Number Plate LightsLow Washer Fluid Warning LightMisfuel Prevention DeviceMultifunction Computer - ColourOptical Parking Display via Vehicles Audio SystemParking Sensors - Front and RearParking Sensors - RearPre-Crash Preventive Occupant ProtectionRadar Sensor Controlled Distance Monitoring SystemService Interval DisplayTemperature Display - ExternalThink Blue - Trainer - Driver Tips - Journey AnalysisTyre Pressure IndicatorWarning Buzzer and Light for Front Seat Belts if UnfastenedHeight1442mmHeight 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 weight1377 kg
Above MarketListed at £16,099 vs market average of £14,340 (+12%)
Market Low
£3,185
Market Average
£14,340
Market High
£31,085
Comparables
188 listings
Based on 188 comparable VOLKSWAGEN GOLF listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£788/year
Mileage Impact
Moderate Depreciation
£512/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£1,811/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £12,369 (+£3,730)
Mileage-predicted: £15,198 (+£901)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,300/yr | 10k mi/yr £-1,811/yr | 15k mi/yr £-2,323/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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