Used Volkswagen Golf R Prices by Year
As of September 2026, a used Volkswagen Golf R typically lists for $29,993 in the US. Depending on model year, typical asking prices run from $15,995 for a 2013 to $42,386 for a 2024 — every figure below is a national median of 450 live listings, not a book value, and the Golf R steps down a median 9.4% per model year of age.
Volkswagen Golf R price by model year
| Year | Typical price | Most listings fall between | Avg mileage | EPA combined | NCAP | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $42,386 | $39,997 – $45,198 | 21,775 mi | 23–25 MPG | — | 92 |
| 2023 | $40,378 | $36,945 – $45,909 | 31,262 mi | 23–26 MPG | — | 37 |
| 2022 | $36,581 | $31,349 – $39,526 | 47,214 mi | 23–26 MPG | — | 30 |
| 2019 | $29,993 | $23,869 – $36,998 | 63,648 mi | 24–26 MPG | 5★ | 91 |
| 2018 | $25,743 | $19,801 – $31,759 | 80,266 mi | 24–25 MPG | 5★ | 49 |
| 2017 | $24,421 | $17,995 – $29,018 | 83,476 mi | 25 MPG | 5★ | 60 |
| 2016 | $18,723 | $15,995 – $24,903 | 103,313 mi | 25 MPG | 5★ | 62 |
| 2013 | $15,995 | $11,896 – $20,244 | 118,544 mi | 22 MPG | — | 29 |
“Typical price” is the national median asking price; the range covers the middle 80% of listings (10th–90th percentile), so it excludes teaser and outlier prices on both ends.
Cheapest Volkswagen Golf R
The cheapest quotable model year is the 2013, typically listing for $15,995 (most between $11,896 and $20,244) with an average odometer of 118,544 miles. Before chasing the lowest price, weigh mileage against a one-year-newer car — each model year of age saves a median 9.4%, and the per-year table above shows where the price-per-mile balance is best. See the cheapest Volkswagen Golf R listings for sale →
Most expensive Volkswagen Golf R
The priciest used model year is the 2024 at a typical $42,386 (most between $39,997 and $45,198).
Volkswagen Golf R price by trim (last 4 model years)
The BASE is what the used market mostly stocks — 100.0% of trim-labeled listings.
| Trim | Typical price | Most listings fall between | Share of listings | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BASEMost popularCheapestPriciest | $41,998 | $39,974 – $46,801 | 100.0% | 21,091 mi |
Share = portion of the model's trim-labeled used listings from the last 4 model years — a supply-side popularity signal. Trims with fewer than 25 live cars are not quoted.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a used Volkswagen Golf R cost?
As of September 2026, a used Volkswagen Golf R typically lists for $29,993 nationally. Depending on model year, typical prices run from $15,995 (2013) to $42,386 (2024), based on 450 live listings.
How much is a 2024 Volkswagen Golf R?
A used 2024 Volkswagen Golf R typically lists for $42,386, with most asking prices between $39,997 and $45,198. Average odometer reading is 21,775 miles.
What's the cheapest year of the Volkswagen Golf R worth looking at?
The 2013 model year is the least expensive quotable year at a typical $15,995 — but compare its mileage (118,544 miles on average) and per-year table above before deciding; a newer year at a small premium often carries far fewer miles.
How fast does the Volkswagen Golf R depreciate?
Across adjacent model years currently on the market, the Golf R steps down a median 9.4% per model year of age — e.g. moving one year older typically saves about that share of the price.
How much is a used 2019 Volkswagen Golf R?
A used 2019 Volkswagen Golf R typically lists for $29,993, with most asking prices between $23,869 and $36,998; average odometer is 63,648 miles (91 for sale).
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See also: Volkswagen Golf R hub — live listings & specs · Volkswagen Golf R MPG by year · All model price pages · Best used cars by budget.