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Used VW Golf VIII
Factors that affect the depreciation of a VW Golf VIII:
- Mileage driven
- Maintenance
- Service history
Depreciation is an important part of calculating the total cost of owning a VW Golf VIII. In addition to the monthly depreciation of £405, you should also factor in fuel costs, road tax, insurance and maintenance (including tyres and car washes) to get the full monthly cost.
Model year | Typical price range* | Average price | Price trend / depreciation | Cars for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2026 VW Golf VIII | £24,950 - £28,990 | £26,643 | +£2,660 | 3 |
2025 VW Golf VIII | £22,490 - £44,490 | £30,781 | -£4,860 | 1,250 |
2024 VW Golf VIII | £15,777 - £35,990 | £23,507 | -£5,420 | 982 |
2023 VW Golf VIII | £16,450 - £35,899 | £23,572 | -£2,940 | 883 |
2022 VW Golf VIII | £14,890 - £29,989 | £19,953 | -£2,500 | 1,152 |
2021 VW Golf VIII | £13,400 - £30,489 | £19,919 | -£1,220 | 851 |
2020 VW Golf VIII | £13,436 - £24,304 | £17,624 | -£640 | 276 |
*The 'Typical 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
Variant | Typical price range* | Average price | Price trend / depreciation | Cars for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
VW Golf VIII Black Edition | £27,290 - £50,995 | £36,600 | +£5,720 | 185 |
VW Golf VIII R | £27,690 - £44,999 | £34,581 | -£3,480 | 363 |
VW Golf VIII GTI Clubsport | £24,495 - £45,595 | £34,033 | +£2,560 | 111 |
VW Golf VIII GTI | £20,449 - £39,650 | £29,443 | -£1,320 | 389 |
VW Golf VIII Sportline | £26,799 - £26,799 | £26,799 | - | 1 |
VW Golf VIII Match | £19,495 - £31,724 | £25,049 | -£2,680 | 479 |
VW Golf VIII GTD | £19,999 - £30,699 | £24,912 | -£5,760 | 197 |
VW Golf VIII GTE | £16,300 - £34,585 | £24,108 | -£1,660 | 246 |
VW Golf VIII R-line | £16,990 - £30,567 | £22,407 | -£2,820 | 1,060 |
VW Golf VIII Style | £14,350 - £29,995 | £20,193 | -£4,200 | 601 |
VW Golf VIII Pro | £12,995 - £26,099 | £19,231 | - | 3 |
VW Golf VIII R-line Edition | £16,731 - £20,940 | £19,134 | +£2,560 | 11 |
VW Golf VIII Advance | £17,595 - £17,595 | £17,595 | - | 1 |
VW Golf VIII Edition | £12,995 - £20,861 | £17,179 | -£60 | 108 |
VW Golf VIII Active | £13,490 - £19,985 | £17,066 | -£1,680 | 72 |
VW Golf VIII Life | £13,495 - £20,989 | £16,890 | -£2,840 | 714 |
VW Golf VIII S | £11,399 - £21,599 | £16,173 | +£1,180 | 171 |
VW Golf VIII GT | £8,489 - £18,595 | £14,342 | +£140 | 11 |
VW Golf VIII Highline | £12,995 - £12,995 | £12,995 | - | 1 |
VW Golf VIII SE | £6,750 - £17,880 | £9,883 | +£920 | 8 |
VW Golf VIII Comfortline | £7,995 - £7,995 | £7,995 | - | 1 |
VW Golf VIII BlueGT | £7,990 - £7,990 | £7,990 | - | 1 |
*The 'Typical 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
A: The cheapest VW Golf VIII variant on the market is BlueGT.
A: The most expensive VW Golf VIII variant on the market is Black Edition.
A: The VW Golf VIII variant that keeps its value the best is Black Edition.
A: The most popular VW Golf VIII variant is R-line.
Month | Average market price | Lowest market price | Highest market price | Calculation method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 - January | £36,420 | £28,660 | £44,180 | Estimate |
| 2025 - February | £37,320↗ | £30,300 | £44,340 | Estimate |
| 2025 - March | £35,620↘ | £29,000 | £42,240 | Estimate |
| 2025 - April | £34,380↘ | £28,200 | £40,580 | Estimate |
| 2025 - May | £33,620↘ | £27,460 | £39,760 | Estimate |
| 2025 - June | £32,620↘ | £27,120 | £38,120 | Estimate |
| 2025 - July | £31,760↘ | £26,420 | £37,100 | Estimate |
| 2025 - August | £31,680↘ | £26,620 | £36,720 | Estimate |
| 2025 - September | £31,580↘ | £26,580 | £36,580 | Estimate |
| 2025 - October | £31,560↘ | £26,980 | £36,120 | Estimate |
| 2025 - December | £30,720↘ | - | - | Forecast |
| 2026 - January | £30,320↘ | - | - | Forecast |
| 2026 - February | £29,900↘ | - | - | Forecast |
| 2026 - March | £29,500↘ | - | - | Forecast |
| 2026 - April | £29,080↘ | - | - | Forecast |
All estimates and forecasts are based on actual market data
Average Monthly Depreciation
A summary of the past 12 and an estimation of the next 6 months.
Past 12 months
-£4,860
Next 6 months
-£2,480
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Are you considering getting a used medium sized family car? The VW Golf VIII is a great pick. AutoUncle offers an impressive selection of 4,999 cars in the UK, each one collected from an online marketplace or dealership website.
A used VW Golf VIII costs between £14,495 for the cheapest variant and £38,295 for the latest and most well-equipped model on AutoUncle.
The cost of a pre-owned VW Golf VIII is determined by several factors. Key contributing elements include production year, engine size and performance, the car's fuel consumption, car mileage as well as trim level.
For example, a newer model with fewer miles recorded, or a more luxurious variant with a powerful engine, typically commands a higher price than a car from an older model year, with higher mileage and no optional extras.
The most popular equipment variants for the VW Golf VIII are:
In order to find the best sale price, it is crucial that you only compare with the deals of cars with a similar engine and equipment. If not, you may end up reaching a wrong decision on which car to acquire.
Petrol ranks as the top fuel type for the VW Golf VIII.
VW Golf VIII fuel types:
Keep your driving habits in mind when choosing which fuel type to purchase. Do you primarily use your car to commute, and is the distance 35 miles or fewer each way?
Electric cars, plug-in hybrids and petrol are great for short distances. For long daily driving, electric cars are a strong choice if you can charge. If you have a daily commute over longer distances, a modern electric car can be a great choice - especially if you have access to charging at home or at work. In a few cases with long journeys and limited charging infrastructure, diesel can be a practical solution. Keep in mind that diesel engines with high emissions have been banned from entering cities in a range of countries.
The VW Golf VIII comes in two different body styles; hatchback and stationcar, with the hatchback as the preferred body style. Hatchbacks are compact cars that offer a great driving experience, not to mention the flexibility of ample space. They’re fuel efficient and easy to park, which makes them popular with people living in cities.
The VW Golf VIII is a moderate popular car within its segment but still there are some alternatives to consider.
Top competitors to the VW Golf VIII
The Vauxhall Corsa is a strong alternative to the VW Golf VIII. With an average sales price of £9,999 you'll currently discover a substantial selection of 9,613 of these cars available for purchase on AutoUncle.
The Ford Focus is another popular car in the segment with a selection of 7,767 vehicles currently for sale with an average price of £9,596. The Audi A3 is the third best alternative. There are currently 5,179 of this car for sale in the UK with an average sales price of £17,700.
If you are looking for an electric car within the same car segment as the VW Golf VIII, here are some few recommendations:
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