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.

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Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

£16,299

Finance available £342 pm

1.5L
47.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£17,320

1.5L
27.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 Golf SE BlueMotion Technology TDI 2dr

Low Mileage

£5,725

Finance available £106 pm

1.6L
73.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

CarsUnder3000

01268203496 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£29,990

1.5L
25.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Nuneaton

02476930658 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.4 TSI GTE DSG 5-Door

£18,376

Finance available £373 pm

1.4L
47.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsupermarket.com Newcastle

01916070812 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,590

Finance available £192 pm

1.4L
62.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

JD Car Sales (East Anglia) LTD

01603567764 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£14,990

Finance available £312 pm

2L
73.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Hippo Approved

01254445378 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£3,999

Finance available £67 pm

2L
115.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Elite Cars Nottingham Ltd

01158225950 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

1.2L
61.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

River Autos Limited

02039577470 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£19,949

Finance available £411 pm

2L
34.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

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01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£14,798

2L
75.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Warrington Motorstore/Renault/Dacia/Vanstore

01925917350 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - GTD MK8 2.0 TDI 200PS DSG 5 Door Automatic

Low Mileage

£26,990

2L
23.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Neyland)

01646400240 *

0/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£6,000

Finance available £112 pm

3.2L
136.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Nationwide Car Sales

01925907761 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

£6,599

Finance available £117 pm

1.6L
85.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Hilton Car Supermarket Aylesbury

01296320383 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,195

Finance available £205 pm

1.5L
76.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Warwick Hall Cars Limited

01616720739 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 TDI 110 SE 5dr

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
113.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Rochdale Motors Group Limited

01706391404 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (62) - 2.0 TDI SE 5dr

£3,999

Finance available £67 pm

2L
138.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Fairfield Car Centre

01615196713 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£20,975

1.5L
2.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Skipton

01535280951 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 Golf SE Nav TDI BlueMotion Technology 5dr

£7,660

Finance available £149 pm

1.6L
99.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

RallySport Automotive Limited

01206489764 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.4 TSI S 5dr

£2,495

1.4L
128.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AR Cars

01254947703 *

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 5dr DSG

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