Comparison of VW Golf IV variants and prices
Variant	Price range*	Avg. Price	Median Mileage	Depreciation (12 mth.)	Cars for sale
VW Golf IV R	£6,995 - £19,095	£12,524	93,000 miles	-£5,820	11
🏆 The most popular VW Golf IV GTI	£2,451 - £10,113	£6,033	103,400 miles	-£180	18
📈 The best value VW Golf IV SE	£1,142 - £2,995	£2,227	111,500 miles	+£360	11
VW Golf IV S	£589 - £3,343	£2,040	124,000 miles	-£100	11
VW Golf IV Match	£1,261 - £2,499	£1,926	93,000 miles	-	< 10
💰 The budget choice VW Golf IV GT	£1,070 - £2,820	£1,846	142,000 miles	+£120	< 10

*The 'Price range' column shows the prices at the 5th and 95th percentiles of cars in the current market

The data is based on the cars currently listed on AutoUncle

Last updated: 28 August 2026

Which variant should you choose?

💰 The budget choice

The GT is the cheapest entry point with an average price of £1,846.

Accuracy will improve as more cars from this variant become available

🏆 The most popular

There are the most GTI for sale right now (18), which gives you the most options to choose from.

📈 The best value

The SE has held its price stable with minimal loss in value over the past year (+£360).

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Comparison of VW Golf IV variants and prices

Below you can compare prices and depreciation for the 6 most popular VW Golf IV variants. The table is updated daily with data from the market in United Kingdom.

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