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.

5,616 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps) - DIGI

Low Mileage

£28,260

£406/pm (PCP)

2L
19.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Halesowen

01217525895 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI R 3dr

Low Mileage

£16,995

£336/pm (HP)

2L
63.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wilson Motors

02890026929 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 - 2.0T GTI 5dr DSG - FSH - SPORTS RECARO HEATED LEATHER SEATS

Reduced

£9,490

£272/pm (HP)

2L
55.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

CSG Motor Company Ltd

01494415167 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) - BLUETOOT

Low Mileage

£18,886

£295/pm (PCP)

1.5L
21.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Bolton

01204323445 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.0 TSI Life Estate 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

£15,200

£241/pm (PCP)

1L
23.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Big Motoring World Sheffield

01145510576 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 Golf R TSi 4Motion Semi-Automatic 4WD 5dr - NATIONAL DELIVERY*

Low Mileage

£22,995

£446/pm (PCP)

2L
42.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Belle Vue Vehicles

01916077233 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£17,889

£317/pm (PCP)

1.5L
35.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr

£18,999

£310/pm (PCP)

2L
58.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Empressive Motor Company

01865591236 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,290

1.5L
29.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Evans Halshaw Ford Hull

01482421637 *

Volkswagen Golf(14) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (220 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,489

64.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Auto Investments UK Ltd

01162165682 *

Volkswagen Golf2006 (56) - 1.9 TDI Sport Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual (143 g/km 103 bhp)

Low Mileage

£1,495

1.9L
113.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Vzon Car Sales Ltd

01217286971 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£4,999

2L
134.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

WHEELS 4 LESS NORFOLK LTD

01603937331 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 - GTI EDITION30 T 230 5-Door

Low Mileage

£6,999

2L
113.7K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Chana Car Centre

02476936601 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,895

£243/pm (HP)

1.4L
45.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Woodside Car Sales

01828920138 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps)

£1,000

1.6L
130.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Concept-R

01246380030 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£20,990

£313/pm (PCP)

1.4L
29.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

GKL DIRECT

01296327927 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.4 TSI GT 2dr

£4,000

1.4L
122.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

East Kent Car Sales

01795502170 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£22,900

£332/pm (PCP)

2L
52.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

LKC Motors

01909491436 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£15,476

£260/pm (PCP)

2L
40.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI SE 5dr DSG

£4,995

2L
127.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Purple Sky Trading

01344596897 *

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 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 (2016 to 2020)

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
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

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