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.

5,208 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2025 (75) - 2.0 TSI 333 R Black Edition 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£55,490

2L
100.0
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£11,500

Finance available £235 pm

2L
87.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Hammond Cars Ipswich

01473927579 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£27,695

10.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414736428 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£26,195

2L
15.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Hinckley

01455244504 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 Golf Match TSi 5dr

£19,495

Finance available £380 pm

1.5L
20.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Quay

01283244020 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5-Door

Low Mileage

£18,097

Finance available £367 pm

1.5L
22.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Grimsby

01472806810 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£16,740

Finance available £286 pm

1.5L
62.6K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Roxburghe Group

01217288719 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (140 p

Low Mileage

£9,250

1.4L
72.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Ponko

01223857211 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 333 R 20 Years 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£35,990

Finance available £719 pm

2L
15.7K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Greg Mitchell Motors

02881440365 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,395

1.6L
91.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Northern Car Group

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,998

1.5L
24.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Colchester

01414839928 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style 5-Door

£18,995

Finance available £370 pm

1.5L
30.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Baytree Car Sales

01406430108 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (61) - Automatic 1200cc 5-Door

Low Mileage

£4,999

Finance available £89 pm

1.2L
38.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Zangi Motors Ltd

01143086492 *

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 Golf2022 - 1.0 eTSI MHEV Life DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr Automatic

£13,395

1L
78.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Hinckley

01455244504 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match 5-Door

£4,495

1.6L
130.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

The Caristocrat

01273093588 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG

£16,764

Finance available £338 pm

2L
41.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Carsa Bolton

01204323445 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 Tdi 150 Style 5Dr Dsg

Low Mileage

£28,999

2L
1.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Volkswagen Blackburn

01254457286 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£10,500

Finance available £163 pm

1.5L
67.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Onist Car Sales

01618042341 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£19,000

Finance available £370 pm

2L
47.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Shop

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4.7/5 Stars

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 (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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