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.

5,195 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£30,490

2L
21.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Imola Of Bristol

01174407192 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

£14,400

Finance available £299 pm

1.6L
52.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Roadside Motors

02892449312 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TSI GTI 3dr

Low Mileage

£9,499

2L
86.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Speen Garage

01635015936 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.2 TSI 105 S 5dr DSG ULEZ

Low Mileage

£8,200

1.2L
38.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Left Hand Drive Place

01256679126 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

£4,795

1.4L
107.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Tnd Car Sales LTD

01233555386 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,990

Finance available £313 pm

1.5L
45.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Gurus

01144780031 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 115ps 5dr

£11,890

Finance available £243 pm

1.6L
68.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Regent Garage

01766800157 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

£19,777

1.5L
15.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,850

Finance available £309 pm

1.5L
41.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

BCW CARS SALES LTD

01977808775 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Black Edition 5dr DSG

£31,990

1.5L
2.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Evesham

01386571259 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 2dr DSG

Low Mileage

£8,995

2L
34.3K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Convertible

Trelawnyd Car Sales

01745772310 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£25,498

1.5L
4.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Kirkcaldy BMW

01592802402 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 5 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£7,150

2L
95.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Norton Car Sales Limited

01616720268 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,990

2L
42.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (Z7) - 1.0 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

£16,399

Finance available £344 pm

1L
27.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Roxburghe Group

01217288719 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 SE TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 2d 104 BHP 2-Door

Reduced

£5,995

1.6L
74.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

D & J Autos Ltd

01525300684 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback Auto 5dr

Reduced

£13,599

Finance available £282 pm

2L
73.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

AW Car House Ltd

01827213842 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,395

1.5L
30.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Stoneacre Chesterfield Hyundai

01246389519 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - VOLKSWAGEN GOLF MATCH TSI EVO 5-Door

Reduced

£13,500

Finance available £268 pm

1.5L
32.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dales Renault Summercourt

01872301822 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2.0 TDI GT Edition 5dr DSG

£15,950

56.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Not Supplied

McGrath Motors

02886273065 *

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 (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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