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Used VW Polo
Factors that affect the depreciation of a VW Polo:
- Mileage driven
- Maintenance
- Service history
Depreciation is an important part of calculating the total cost of owning a VW Polo. In addition to the monthly depreciation of £275, 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 Polo | £16,248 - £29,995 | £20,742 | +£1,640 | 9 |
2025 VW Polo | £13,934 - £25,999 | £20,391 | -£3,300 | 1,419 |
2024 VW Polo | £15,400 - £22,790 | £18,744 | -£1,560 | 577 |
2023 VW Polo | £14,498 - £21,273 | £16,939 | -£1,620 | 788 |
2022 VW Polo | £13,292 - £19,780 | £15,961 | -£920 | 902 |
2021 VW Polo | £11,299 - £17,550 | £14,486 | -£500 | 635 |
2020 VW Polo | £9,920 - £16,999 | £13,421 | -£720 | 399 |
2019 VW Polo | £8,995 - £16,490 | £12,299 | -£800 | 466 |
2018 VW Polo | £7,790 - £13,498 | £10,576 | -£660 | 461 |
2017 VW Polo | £5,695 - £12,995 | £9,197 | -£620 | 387 |
2016 VW Polo | £5,295 - £11,900 | £8,367 | -£400 | 363 |
2015 VW Polo | £4,495 - £9,999 | £7,209 | -£440 | 341 |
2014 VW Polo | £3,495 - £9,490 | £6,418 | -£500 | 264 |
2013 VW Polo | £2,995 - £8,750 | £5,571 | -£600 | 207 |
2012 VW Polo | £2,990 - £8,695 | £5,358 | -£60 | 144 |
2011 VW Polo | £2,295 - £7,495 | £4,454 | -£280 | 154 |
2010 VW Polo | £2,295 - £7,495 | £13,204 | -£40 | 112 |
2009 VW Polo | £1,495 - £6,795 | £3,735 | +£180 | 35 |
2008 VW Polo | £995 - £5,000 | £2,273 | -£660 | 16 |
2007 VW Polo | £1,195 - £4,790 | £2,476 | +£60 | 25 |
2006 VW Polo | £1,049 - £5,000 | £2,895 | +£120 | 26 |
2005 VW Polo | £695 - £5,990 | £2,718 | -£220 | 18 |
*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
Month | Average market price | Lowest market price | Highest market price | Calculation method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 - January | £24,200 | £21,820 | £26,580 | Estimate |
| 2025 - February | £23,380↘ | £20,280 | £26,480 | Estimate |
| 2025 - March | £20,260↘ | £17,400 | £23,120 | Estimate |
| 2025 - April | £20,680↗ | £18,160 | £23,220 | Estimate |
| 2025 - May | £20,600↘ | £18,200 | £22,980 | Estimate |
| 2025 - June | £20,820↗ | £18,800 | £22,820 | Estimate |
| 2025 - July | £21,020↗ | £19,340 | £22,700 | Estimate |
| 2025 - August | £20,900↘ | £19,420 | £22,380 | Estimate |
| 2025 - September | £20,880↘ | £19,400 | £22,340 | Estimate |
| 2025 - October | £20,900↗ | £18,980 | £22,820 | Estimate |
| 2025 - December | £21,020↗ | - | - | Forecast |
| 2026 - January | £21,100↗ | - | - | Forecast |
| 2026 - February | £21,160↗ | - | - | Forecast |
| 2026 - March | £21,220↗ | - | - | Forecast |
| 2026 - April | £21,280↗ | - | - | 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
-£3,300
Next 6 months
£380
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The VW Polo is celebrated for its remarkable driving comfort and boasts various design awards. AutoUncle provides access to 7,560 available options in the UK, each one sourced from an online marketplace or dealership website.
Currently, the prices for a pre-owned VW Polo start at £3,995 and go up to £22,580.
There exist five main parameters that have an impact on what a used VW Polo costs: manufacturing year, engine capacity and performance, fuel economy of the car, how many miles the car has travelled not to mention the equipment level of the car.
For example, a younger car with fewer miles on the odometer typically costs more. Likewise, models at the premium end with luxurious features or potent engines tend to come with a more substantial price tag than a used model with many kilometres on the odometer and in a simple equipment variant.
The most popular equipment variants for the VW Polo are:
When comparing the prices of used VW Polo, it is essential that you only compare with the deals of cars with the same equipment variant and engine size. If you don't, you might end up reaching a wrong decision on which car to purchase.
The leading fuel choice for the VW Polo is petrol.
Fuel options to choose from:
In order to choose the right fuel type, you need to ask yourself the following questions: On average, how many miles do you travel in a week? Do you frequently make short journeys or are your trips generally long?
If you primarily drive short distances, electric, plug-in hybrid or petrol is typically a good fit. For longer commutes, a newer electric car is a good alternative - especially with access to charging. 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. Diesel cars can still make sense if you drive very far and don't have access to charging. Keep in mind that certain countries have bans on high-emission diesel engines entering their cities.
The VW Polo is available in both hatchback and coupe body styles, with the hatchback being the more popular choice. Hatchbacks are excellent compact cars that combine great driving with the flexibility of ample space. They are very popular with people living in cities, as they are typically fuel efficient and easy to park.
Despite being a very There are various contenders to the VW Polo.
Popular alternatives to the VW Polo
The top competitor to the VW Polo is the Ford Fiesta. There are 9,343 of this car for sale in the UK right now and the average selling price is £6,990.
The Mini Cooper is a strong option in this segment, with 3,761 cars currently for sale on AutoUncle and an average price of £15,777. Ranked third, the Audi A1 is also a good alternative to the VW Polo, and you'll find 3,584 used Audi A1 cars for an average price of £17,229 on AutoUncle.
When considering an electric vehicle within the same car segment as the VW Polo, here are some alternatives you might consider:
Not satisfied with the electric car options you've seen? Explore our entire selection of electric cars here.