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Learn moreHow much does a radiator replacement cost for Volkswagen Golf?
A typical radiator replacement in the UK costs around £165 - £394.
Depending on your Volkswagen Golf engine, and whether you live in a big city or a small one, the price of a radiator replacement on your vehicle can be higher or lower. We computed prices for some of the best-selling cars in the UK in order to give you an idea of how much does a radiator replacement costs.
| Car model | Fixter price range |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Golf 1.2 S | £237 - £372 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 E | £165 - £259 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 GT | £178 - £280 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 Match | £166 - £261 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 Match Edition | £240 - £378 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 R Line | £251 - £394 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 R Line Edition | £244 - £383 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 S | £165 - £259 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 SE | £165 - £259 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 Se Navigation | £240 - £378 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 Twist | £172 - £270 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.5 Active | £222 - £349 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.5 Life | £186 - £293 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.5 Match | £186 - £293 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.5 Match Edition | £194 - £304 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.5 R-Line | £194 - £304 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.5 Se Navigation | £201 - £315 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.5 Style | £201 - £315 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.5 Style Edition | £201 - £315 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Bluemotion | £201 - £315 |
What's included in a radiator replacement for Volkswagen Golf?
What's included
| Inspect the radiator and ancillaries for leaks. | |
| Run a pressure test on the cooling system. | |
| If necessary, replace the radiator. | |
| Advise if any other parts ought to be replaced. | |
| Refill the cooling system with engine coolant. | |
| Run the engine and, if necessary, test drive the car (check for leaks again). | |
| No additional work without your approval | |
| We only use manufacturer parts or equivalent | |
| All parts and labour are protected with our Fixter 12-month warranty |
A fully qualified mechanic will:
How long does a radiator replacement for Volkswagen Golf take?
| Car model | Average labour time |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Golf 1 S | 3 h 33 min - 4 h 6 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 2 R | 3 h 19 min - 3 h 56 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 2 S | 1 h 41 min - 2 h 22 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 1 SE | 3 h 27 min - 4 h 12 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 | 1 h 37 min - 2 h 26 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 2 GT | 3 h 23 min - 4 h 16 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 2 SE | 1 h 39 min - 2 h 36 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.2 S | 1 h 43 min - 2 h 28 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 E | 1 h 30 min - 2 h 18 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 S | 1 h 50 min - 2 h 26 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.6 S | 1 h 48 min - 2 h 28 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.9 S | 1 h 40 min - 2 h 24 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 2 GTD | 3 h 26 min - 4 h 14 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 2 GTi | 1 h 54 min - 2 h 46 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 1 Life | 1 h 52 min - 2 h 48 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 GT | 1 h 38 min - 2 h 21 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 SE | 1 h 36 min - 2 h 23 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.6 GT | 3 h 33 min - 4 h 7 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.6 SE | 1 h 49 min - 2 h 27 min |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.8 GL | 1 h 41 min - 2 h 23 min |
