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.

5,229 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - MATCH EDITION TDI BMT 5-Door

£6,895

Finance available £132 pm

1.6L
111.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Tony Car Sales Ltd

02393871677 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (62) - 1.4 TSI SE Edition HPI CLEAR 5-Door

Low Mileage

£6,290

1.2L
59.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

SKYLINE CARS & VANS LIMITED

02037637068 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

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£17,999

Finance available £349 pm

2L
36.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Car Zone

01606539547 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (0O) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (31

£21,295

Finance available £417 pm

2L
66.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

TF Car Sales Ltd

01455241626 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

1.5L
71.1K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Nathan John Car & Van Sales Rotherham

01709212038 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

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£23,490

Finance available £462 pm

1.4L
30.3K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Mallusk

02890026957 *

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

£6,200

1.6L
110.2K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

East Kent Car Sales

01795502170 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI GTI Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,999

Finance available £349 pm

2L
44.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AB Car Sales (South West) Ltd

01822661594 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Estate 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (122 ps)

£7,880

Finance available £154 pm

1.4L
91.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Car Capital Ltd

02038933681 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£24,199

Finance available £518 pm

2L
28.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£6,750

Finance available £128 pm

2L
120.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Drew Baxter Cars

02866330744 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 99kW e-Golf 35kWh 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£8,800

Finance available £174 pm

35.8K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Universe Limited

01708202780 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,497

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
112.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

EVM Sports and Prestige

01613887697 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.4 TSI S Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,000

Finance available £223 pm

1.4L
47.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MCR Approved Cars

01392798249 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£6,795

1.6L
101.3K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Just Audi VW

01522459180 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) - CLIMATE CO

£15,490

Finance available £311 pm

1.5L
32.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Halesowen

01217525895 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£16,790

Finance available £285 pm

1.5L
30.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Farnham Volkswagen

01252916356 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£27,020

1.5L
5.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Oxford Kidlington

01865956226 *

Volkswagen Golf2003 (03) - 1.9 S TDI 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,995

1.9L
154.2K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

S&K Motors

01205335102 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
81.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Meridian Motors Limited

01506376846 *

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 3dr DSG

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