2018 Volkswagen Golf 2L GTI 5dr — £17,250 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 29 April 2026 | Sandbach, Crewe
£17,250
53,800 miles | Petrol | Automatic | Hatchback
Listing Quality
50/100
Average
vs Market Average
+12%
Above Market
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
50
/100
This 2018 Volkswagen Golf 2L GTI 5dr is listed at £17,250 by RS Car Sales in Sandbach. It has 53,800 miles on the clock. At 12% above the market average of £15,431, this is priced on the higher side compared to 231 similar listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £1,781/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 GTI 5dr
Body Style
Hatchback
Colour
Blue
Fuel Type
Petrol
Gearbox
Automatic
Mileage
53,800 miles
Engine
2L
Doors
5
Seats
5
CO2
148 g/km
Euro Status
Euro 6
ULEZ Compliant
Yes
Monthly Payment
£272.66/mo
Highlights
New Service + New MOT + 18sNavigation + Drive Select + Digital DashFull Cloth Interior + Heated Front SeatsAdaptive Cruise Control + Speed LimiterNext Day Delivery Available
All Features & Equipment (126)
New Service + New MOT + 18sNavigation + Drive Select + Digital DashFull Cloth Interior + Heated Front SeatsAdaptive Cruise Control + Speed LimiterNext Day Delivery Available12V Socket - Luggage Compartment18in Alloy Wheels - ParkerABS - Anti-Lock Braking System with HBA - Hydraulic Brake AssistActive Info DisplayAdaptive Cruise ControlAirbagsAlarm with Interior ProtectionAmbient Lighting PackAnti-Tramp FunctionAtlantic BlueAutomatic Coming-Leaving Home Lighting FunctionAutomatic Post-Collision Braking SystemBag Hooks in the Luggage Compartment x2Black RoofliningBody Coloured BumpersBody Coloured Door HandlesBody-Coloured Door Mirrors with Integrated IndicatorsBrake Calipers - RedBrake Pad Wear IndicatorCar-Net App ConnectCarpet Mats - Front and RearChild 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 SurroundClimate ControlComposition Media SystemConvenience PackCover for Storage Compartment in Centre ConsoleCup Holders - Front x2Discover Navigation Touch-Screen Navigation-Radio System with Car-Net Guide and InformDriver 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 SystemExtended Sill Strips - FlaredFront AssistFront Centre Armrest with Storage Compartment and Two Rear Air VentsFront Fog Lights - LEDFront Footwell IlluminationFront Seat Back Storage PocketsFront Sport Seats with Height and Lumbar AdjustmentGalvanised BodyGlovebox - CooledGrab Handles - Front x2 Rear x2 with Coat HooksGTI Sports Suspension - LoweredGTI Styling PackHeadlight WashersHeated Front SeatsHeated Rear WindscreenHeated Windscreen Washer JetsHeight-Adjustable Front Three-Point Seat Belts with TensionersHigh Level 3rd Brake Light Incorporating LED TechnologyHoneycomb Black Decorative Inserts in Dash and Door PanelsHoneycomb Radiator Grille with Red StripeIlluminated Door Sill ProtectorsInstrument Lighting - White Adjustable Panel IlluminationInterior Light DelayISOFIX Child Seat Preparation for 2 Rear SeatsJacara Cloth - Titan Black-RedLED Headlights with Dynamic Curve LightLED Tinted Rear Light ClustersLights on Warning BuzzerLoad Lashing Points x4 in Luggage CompartmentLoad-Through ProvisionLow Washer Fluid Warning LightLuggage Compartment Cover - StowableLuggage Compartment LightLuggage Compartment Storage Area on Left and RightLumbar Support for Drivers and Front Passenger SeatMirror PackMultifunction ComputerParking Sensors - Front and RearPiano Black Decorative Inserts in Centre ConsolePre-Crash Preventive Occupant ProtectionPredictive Pedestrian ProtectionPremium USB CableProgressive SteeringRain Sensor and Automatic Dimming Rear-View MirrorReading Lights Front x2 and Rear x2 - LEDRear Centre Armrest - Folding with Cup Holders x2Rear Diffuser in Black with Chrome Exhaust Tailpipes Left and RightRear 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 Tinted Glass - B Pillar Backwards - Approx 90 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 - Brake and AcceleratorSteel Space Saver Spare WheelSteering Column - Height and Reach AdjustableSteering Wheel - Multifunction - Leather Trimmed with Paddle ShiftStorage 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 GTI BadgingUnique GTI Instrument ClusterVanity Mirrors - IlluminatedVariable Boot Floor - Height Adjustable and RemovableWarning Buzzer and Light for Front Seat Belts if UnfastenedWindscreen Wiper with Intermittent Wipe and 4 Position DelayWinter PackXDS Electronic Differential Lock for Improved Traction and Handling
Above MarketListed at £17,250 vs market average of £15,431 (+12%)
Market Low
£3,185
Market Average
£15,431
Market High
£31,085
Comparables
231 listings
Based on 231 comparable Volkswagen Golf listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£886/year
Mileage Impact
Slow Depreciation
£448/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£1,781/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £14,080 (+£3,170)
Mileage-predicted: £15,586 (+£1,664)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,333/yr | 10k mi/yr £-1,781/yr | 15k mi/yr £-2,228/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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