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.

5,587 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2025 (63) - 1.2 Tsi Automatic Dsg Hatchback. Reverse Camera, DAB Radio, Sat Nav 5-Door

£8,250

£152/pm (HP)

1.2L
42.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Four Crosses Garage

01743292166 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,800

£290/pm (HP)

2L
64.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Simon Kimber Cars Ltd

01284338935 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Launch Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s)

Low Mileage

£13,999

2L
50.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Pinetree Car Superstore Tonypandy

01443803252 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£14,795

1.5L
50.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,745

£121/pm (HP)

1.4L
74.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

RIGHTWAY MOTORS LTD

01618048229 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (58) - 1.4 S Manual Petrol 5-Door

Low Mileage

£2,795

1.4L
82.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MP Motors London LTD

02037634703 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£20,991

£344/pm (PCP)

2L
64.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

FMC Swansea Ltd

01792739469 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 Golf SE Nav TSi Evo 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,450

£261/pm (HP)

1.5L
48.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Uniche Motor Company

01622234837 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - STYLE TSI 5-Door

Reduced

£16,990

£274/pm (PCP)

1.5L
36.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car2Car Ltd

01403331222 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,500

£275/pm (PCP)

1.5L
6.6K
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Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Wimbledon

02038235453 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

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£22,490

2L
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Hatchback

Auto MC Limited TA Automotive Cars

01535280995 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£17,549

£281/pm (PCP)

1.4L
56.2K
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Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Reduced

£18,670

1.5L
37.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Stockport

01616945314 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)Low Mileage, Touc

Low Mileage

£19,499

£380/pm (HP)

2L
39.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Cartime Rochdale

01615298277 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,299

£429/pm (HP)

2L
44.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Match Chester

01244207613 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Reduced

£16,800

£332/pm (HP)

2L
68.6K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Mallusk

02890026957 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£17,699

£291/pm (PCP)

1.5L
16.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Stockton-On-Tees

01642937531 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 - 2.0 TDI DPF GT 5-Door

£1,995

2L
166.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Aberdare Motors Ltd

01685707603 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 272 GTE eHybrid 5dr DSG

£23,549

1.5L
18.2K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Birmingham

01217525223 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - TSI SE Nav 5-Door

Low Mileage

£12,489

1.4L
53.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Gold Cars Ltd

01386831300 *

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 (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 3dr DSG

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