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.

5,628 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

£6,850

£131/pm (HP)

1.6L
106.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cathedral Road Car Sales

02837440625 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£22,995

£490/pm (PCP)

2L
37.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Precision Motor Group

02039537318 *

Volkswagen Golf2006 (06) - 3.2 R32 5DR Manual PX SWAP PART EXCHANGE EX

Low Mileage

£6,000

3.2L
136.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Nationwide Car Sales

01925907761 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 GT Edition 5dr

£10,299

1.6L
77.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Superstore Derby

01252960119 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - GTI 2.0 PETROL AUTO 2011(61) ULEZ FREE 4-Door

Low Mileage

£8,995

£179/pm (HP)

2L
50.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MH UK MOTORS LTD

02038933705 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 1.6 Golf Match TDI 5dr

£2,990

1.6L
143.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Ceir Seiont Cars LTD

01248663519 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.0 TSI Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps) - H

Low Mileage

£12,050

1L
44.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hilton Garage Ltd

01332414842 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£14,449

£291/pm (HP)

1.4L
31.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,998

1.5L
13.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Stafford Motorstore / BYD / Vanstore / Electric

01785550896 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

£12,395

£239/pm (HP)

1.6L
65.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MB Motors

02825440802 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,599

£227/pm (HP)

2L
39.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps

£5,450

£93/pm (HP)

2L
113.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Clitheroe Road Car Sales

01282501662 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£6,495

£123/pm (HP)

2L
109.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MK Autos

01612416609 *

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

Low Mileage

£30,750

2L
28.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Capitol Volkswagen Merthyr Tydfil

01685701249 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (59) - 1.6 TDi 105 SE 5dr

Reduced

£1,395

1.6L
181.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Slough Cars

01753980473 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

Low Mileage

£27,500

£469/pm (PCP)

2L
13.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

£22,995

£465/pm (PCP)

2L
56.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

TF Car Sales Ltd

01455241626 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,995

£156/pm (HP)

1.4L
59.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Project One

01780431403 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,950

£293/pm (HP)

2L
44.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Top Gear Car Sales

01634959369 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,490

1.4L
79.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Tiley of Bristol

01174404957 *

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.

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Pros

Efficient engines
Impressively refined
High-quality interior

Cons

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

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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 2020)

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 (2013 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 / Full Electric / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Petrol
Engine Size:: 2
MPG:: 34 - 166
Acceleration:: 4.6 - 12.9 seconds
Boot space:: 272 - 605 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
99kW e-Golf 35kWh 5dr Auto
Cheapest
1.2 TSI S 3dr
Fastest
2.0 TSI 310 R 3dr 4MOTION 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 3dr DSG

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