The TDI badge stands for Turbocharged Direct Injection, and is the badge fitted to turbodiesel versions of the golf. These engines are well known for their dependability as well as producing a great balance between performance and fuel efficiency.

What is the most popular Golf?

The Golf Match is the most popular version of the Golf. It's a mid-to-high specification version of the Mk7 golf and came equipped with adaptive cruise control, touchscreen sat nav and air con as standard. Of the Mk8, the Life is the most readily available on the used market. Though it's the entry-level model, it still comes with alloy wheels, front/rear parking sensors, sat nav and climate control.

Is the Volkswagen Golf good for long-distance driving?

Yes, the Golf is a very comfortable motorway cruiser. The interior is also spacious enough to accommodate passengers on a longer trip.

Is the Golf a good family car?

Yes. Volkswagen has always designed the Golf to be a family car. For a long time now, the Golf has only been available in a five-door layout, and it's very straightforward to fit an ISOFIX child seat in the back. Even performance versions such as the GTI and R retain excellent practicality but add a serious dose of performance.

Does the Volkswagen Golf come as a hybrid or electric version?

Yes, you can buy the Golf as an e-Golf, which is a fully electric car. This has lots of advantages, such as much lower running costs. There is also a plug-in hybrid version that allows for up to 42 miles of electric driving before switching to petrol/electric hybrid power to allow you to continue your journey.

Is there a four-wheel drive version of the Golf?

Yes, the very popular Golf R hot hatchback (and estate) comes with four-wheel drive as standard. The other option is the relatively rare Alltrack, which is an estate model.

5,569 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 2.0 TDI GT (Leather) Euro 5 5dr

£3,395

2L
153.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Dereham Motor Company ltd

01362700376 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£23,498

55.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Preston Motorstore / BYD

01772957336 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

£27,450

£436/pm (PCP)

2L
53.7K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

JRS Commercials & Cars

02887441404 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£18,750

£314/pm (PCP)

2L
60.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MCautosales

02879440626 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,999

1.5L
10.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Birtley

01913387241 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 Tsi 125 Match Edition 5Dr

Low Mileage

£10,030

1.4L
57.6K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Blackpool Volkswagen

01253542216 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI 265 GTI DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£33,697

£438/pm (PCP)

2L
2.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Barnsley

01226448498 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (88) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,250

2L
60.4K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cartime Rochdale

01615298277 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 2dr

Low Mileage

£5,495

£94/pm (HP)

2L
81.6K
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Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Armstrong Massey Driffield

01377310214 *

Volkswagen Golf1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition 5dr

£15,149

1.5L
34.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Peterborough

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

Reduced

£16,950

£285/pm (PCP)

2L
60.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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02879441906 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - (73 Reg) 2.0TSI GTI Clubsport DSG

Low Mileage

£32,990

12.5K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Acklam Cars

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Volkswagen Golf1.4 TSI GT DSG 5-Door

Reduced

£11,450

57.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Eden Car Sales Ltd

02893447216 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 - 20 TSI GTI 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,490

£102/pm (HP)

2L
108.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

DRIVE AUTOMOTIVE

07703850181 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,995

£168/pm (HP)

1.6L
48.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

AUTOSELECTIVE LTD

01615077670 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI 310 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

£16,250

2L
88.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

AMD Automotive Limited

01612416598 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 8 Life 1.5 TSI 150PS 6-speed Manual 5 Door Manual

£16,317

1.5L
34.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Weston-super-Mare

01934319038 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 Tsi R Hatchback 5dr Petrol Dsg 4motion Euro 6 s/s 300 Ps

Low Mileage

£24,999

2L
37.3K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

EMG Motor Group Ipswich

01473354093 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,285

2L
96.3K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

IM Car Supermarket

01582341915 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.0 TSI 110 SE 5dr DSG

£10,250

1L
74.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evans Halshaw Ford Milton Keynes

01908047266 *

Why buy a used Volkswagen Golf?

If you're in the market for a practical, comfortable and dependable car with the added benefit of timeless style and design, then a used Volkswagen Golf is a great choice. The Golf is also available with petrol, diesel, hybrid and even full electric engines.

Used Volkswagen Golf snapshot review

Author: Jack Evans

Pros

Efficient engines
Impressively refined
High-quality interior

Cons

Rivals are more involving to drive
Digitalised interior is a bit fiddly
Plain styling

Read our Volkswagen Golf review

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Different generations of used Volkswagen Golf

The Volkswagen Golf has been on the roads since 1974, with the UK being one of its best markets. Over the course of eight generations, Volkswagen has kept the Golf stylish and relevant. The newest models remain highly efficient and thoroughly enjoyable to drive.

Eighth Generation (2020 to 2016)

The most recent generation has been completely redesigned inside and out. The style is more striking, with interior features similar to those of the all-electric ID.4. Enhanced safety systems have also been added for a more protected drive.

VW released all-electric models and a plug-in hybrid for increased efficiency, further adding to the overall appeal of the latest generation Golf.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Petrol
Engine Size:: 1 - 2
MPG:: 34 - 941
Acceleration:: 4.6 - 10.7 seconds
Boot space:: 273 - 611 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
1.5 TSI 204 Style eHybrid 5dr DSG
Cheapest
1.0 TSI Life 5dr
Fastest
2.0 TSI 333 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Seventh Generation (2016 to 2020)

The MQB platform created a Golf that was 100 kg lighter than earlier models, meaning better performance, handling and fuel efficiency. Safety features such as Automatic Emergency Braking was added. As with previous generations, VW continued working on ways to make the Golf more efficient, with improvements year over year.

In 2013, the Golf R hit the scene and brought class-leading hot hatch performance. Such was the popularity of the Mk7 Golf, over six million were built and sold worldwide.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Petrol
Engine Size:: 1 - 2
MPG:: 44 - 57
Acceleration:: 6.3 - 10.8 seconds
Boot space:: 380 - 605 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
1.4 TSI Moda 5dr DSG
Cheapest
1.4 TSI Moda 5dr DSG
Fastest
2.0 TSI GTI Moda 5dr DSG

Sixth Generation (2009 to 2016)

It didn't take long before drivers realised how amazing this generation was, with the 2009 model winning the World Car of the Year award. Despite its sharp style, this generation didn't go on many years before another design took over, making them even more desirable on the used market.

Most notably, this generation receives a lot of praise for its safety and the high-tech features included.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Petrol
Engine Size:: 1.2 - 2
MPG:: 33 - 74
Acceleration:: 5.5 - 13.9 seconds
Boot space:: 250 - 505 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
1.2 TSI S 2dr
Cheapest
1.4 S 3dr
Fastest
2.0 TSI R 4MOTION 5dr DSG

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