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Used 2016 Volkswagen Golf for sale — Video Walkaround
R 2.0TSI 300HP 4MOTION MANUAL
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€21,975
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 5 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- Many journeys are local or relatively short: petrol can fit that use without choosing diesel just for occasional long trips.
- You want practical access for everyday shopping and bags: the hatchback opening may suit your routine. Check actual boot space.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 5 people together: the advert records 5 seats, including the driver.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at around 10 years old and 172,716 km, check maintenance records and upcoming work. Mileage alone does not tell you the car's condition.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
The 2016 Golf is the Mk7 generation and most petrols are turbocharged TSI units (common displacements around 1.0–1.4 litres) paired to a conventional manual gearbox. Petrols avoid diesel-specific DPF/EGR headaches, but some TSI engines need attention to turbo/PCV hoses and the clutch/dual-mass flywheel at higher mileages. Look for a regular service history — the car’s infotainment and safety kit were upgraded during the Mk7 run, so spec can vary a lot between examples.
- Clutch take-up and smell: check for slipping and uneven engagement (dual-mass flywheel wear is common on higher-mileage manuals).
- Gearbox synchros: test all gears for crunching or rough selection, especially 1st/2nd/3rd under gentle acceleration.
- Turbo and PCV system: listen for turbo whistle/lag and inspect for oil leaks around turbo/intercooler hoses and valve-cover area.
- Suspension and bushings: check for knocks over bumps, worn anti-roll bar links or strut top mount noise which show up at 10 years.
- Body corrosion: inspect wheel arches, sills and tailgate lower edge for rust — Irish climate accelerates rear/underbody corrosion on older cars.
Spanner’s our AI mechanic — always have a proper look at the car in person before buying.
Volkswagen Golf R with a 2.0 TSI engine producing 300 HP. 4MOTION all-wheel drive with manual transmission.