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.

5,720 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 GTE NAV DSG 5d 150 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£12,990

1.4L
58.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Formula 1 Car Supermarket

01324464853 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,998

1.5L
27.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Peugeot (Glasgow)

01414736424 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDi 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,995

£89/pm (HP)

1.6L
101.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cattedown Trade Centre

01752426030 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

£17,648

1.5L
48.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Lincoln

01522467379 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£14,495

£302/pm (HP)

1.5L
53.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cars4You Edinburgh West

01313226854 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Reduced

£14,951

£293/pm (HP)

1.5L
36.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bridgend Ford

01656336637 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD BlueLine 3dr DSG

£10,895

£208/pm (HP)

2L
112.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MCautosales

02879440626 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s)

£8,995

£168/pm (HP)

2L
101.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Anwick Car Sales

01526809673 *

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

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4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - GTI PERFORMANCE TSI DSG 5-Door

Reduced

£20,995

£335/pm (PCP)

2L
49.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Williams Automotive Ltd

01235636668 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDI Match DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,980

£84/pm (HP)

1.6L
86.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Vision Motors Direct - Haydock

01942367552 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£15,780

£305/pm (PCP)

1.5L
67.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vansco 333 Showroom Southampton

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Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£17,399

£303/pm (PCP)

1.5L
43.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Burnley

01282504324 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (08) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,495

£136/pm (HP)

2L
79.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

White Rose Cars

01134676154 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 1.6 TDi 105 Match 3dr

£3,495

1.6L
139.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Durdar Garage

01228273232 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 Golf GTi Performance TSi Semi-Auto 3dr

Low Mileage

£21,980

£390/pm (PCP)

2L
36.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MP Auto Group Limited

01743293043 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition 5dr

£10,450

£198/pm (HP)

1.5L
68.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Revitupukcom

01352871674 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - R LINE TSI EVO 5-Door

Low Mileage

£14,500

£283/pm (HP)

1.5L
53.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

JD Motor Company

01325526906 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 2.0 TFSI GTI 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,795

2L
71.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Zone

01753968048 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£16,950

£285/pm (PCP)

2L
60.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Colin Francis Cars

02879441906 *

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 (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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