2018 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — £18,494 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 29 April 2026 | Berkeley, Gloucestershire
£18,494
44,000 miles | Petrol | Manual
Listing Quality
89/100
Good
vs Market Average
+16%
Above Market
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
89
/100
This 2018 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF is listed at £18,494 by Alisons Automotive Group in Berkeley. It has 44,000 miles on the clock. At 16% above the market average of £15,987, this is priced on the higher side compared to 194 similar listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £1,987/year in value. The listing quality is good, with adequate photos and specifications provided.
Year
2018
Make
VOLKSWAGEN
Model
GOLF
Colour
White
Fuel Type
Petrol
Gearbox
Manual
Mileage
44,000 miles
Engine
2L
Seats
5
CO2
180 g/km
Euro Status
Euro 6
ULEZ Compliant
Compliant
Monthly Payment
£349.39/mo
Power
306 BHP
Torque
280 lbs/ft
Top Speed
155 mph
0-60 mph
4.9s
Cylinders
4
Gears
6
Combined MPG
37.7 mpg
Urban MPG
29.4 mpg
Extra Urban MPG
44.8 mpg
Length
4263mm
Width
2027mm
Height
1465mm
Wheelbase
2626mm
Kerb Weight
1438 kg
All Features & Equipment (107)
Top speed155 mph0 to 604.9 secondsEngine torque (lbs/ft)280Engine power (BHP)306Extra Urban (mpg)44.8Urban (mpg)29.4Combined (mpg)37.7Cylinders - bore (mm)82TransmissionManualNumber of gears6Cylinders - stroke (mm)93CC1,984Cylinders4CO2 (g/km)180Standard Euro emissionsEuro 6Ultra Low Emission ZoneCompliantAmbient Lighting PackBag Hooks in the Luggage Compartment x2Black RoofliningCarbon Touch Decorative Inserts in Dash and Door PanelsCarpet Mats - Front and RearChrome 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 x2Driver Personalisation ProfileDrivers and Passengers Safety Optimised Head RestraintsDust and Pollen FilterFront 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 Embroidered R LogoGalvanised BodyGlovebox - CooledGrab Handles - Front x2 Rear x2 with Coat HooksHeated Front SeatsIlluminated Door Sill ProtectorsInstrument Cluster with R Specific DesignInstrument Lighting - White Adjustable Panel IlluminationInterior Light DelayLoad 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 SeatPiano Black Decorative Inserts in Centre ConsolePremium USB CableRain Sensor and Automatic Dimming Rear-View MirrorReading Lights Front x2 and Rear x2 - LEDRear Centre Armrest - Folding with Cup Holders x2Reflectors in DoorsSplit Folding Rear Backrests 60-40Stainless Steel Pedals - Clutch - Brake and AcceleratorSteering 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 CoverThree Rear Head RestraintsUnique R Gear Lever KnobVanity Mirrors - IlluminatedVariable Boot Floor - Height Adjustable and RemovableWindscreen Wiper with Intermittent Wipe and 4 Position DelayWinter Pack18in Alloy Wheels - CadizBody Coloured BumpersBody Coloured Door HandlesBrake Calipers - BlackChrome Trimmed Front Air Intake SurroundElectric Windows - Front and RearExtended Sill Strips - FlaredHeated Rear WindscreenHeated Windscreen Washer JetsMatt Chrome Effect Door MirrorsMirror PackR Styling PackRear Diffuser in Black with Twin Oval Chrome Exhaust Tailpipes Left and RightRear Tinted Glass - B Pillar Backwards - Approx 65 Percent TintedRemote Electrically Foldable Door Mirrors - Door Mirror Puddle Lights and Reverse Activated Kerb-View Adjustment on Passengers Door MirrorsSteel Space Saver Spare WheelTailgate with Integrated Rear Roof SpoilerUnique R BadgingUnique R Radiator Grille with Matt Chrome StripHeight1465mmHeight inclusive of roof railsmmLength4263mmWheelbase2626mmWidth2027mmWidth including mirrorsmmLuggage capacity (seats up) litresLuggage capacity (seats down) litresNumber of seats5Fuel tank capacity55 litresGross vehicle weight kgMax loading weightkgMax towing weight (braked)kgMax towing weight (unbraked)kgTurning circle (kerb to kerb) metresMax roof loadkgMinimum kerb weight1438 kg
Above MarketListed at £18,494 vs market average of £15,987 (+16%)
Market Low
£3,185
Market Average
£15,987
Market High
£31,085
Comparables
194 listings
Based on 194 comparable VOLKSWAGEN GOLF listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£886/year
Mileage Impact
Moderate Depreciation
£551/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£1,987/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £14,080 (+£4,414)
Mileage-predicted: £16,538 (+£1,956)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,436/yr | 10k mi/yr £-1,987/yr | 15k mi/yr £-2,538/yr
Based on 742 comparable listings. Slopes from smoothed depreciation curves.
89
Overall Listing Quality
Good — this listing is well-presented and informative.
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