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.

5,309 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 Golf Match Edition TSi BlueMotion Technology Semi-Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,995

1.4L
72.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Bainbridge Motoring Ltd

01738502609 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s)

Low Mileage

£10,349

Finance available £196 pm

1.6L
60.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Aylesbury

01296320383 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 2dr

£3,950

Finance available £87 pm

2L
111.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

MCautosales

02879440626 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,295

1.5L
25.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motortrust UK Garstang

01942365158 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG Automatic

£20,589

2L
24.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Capitol Volkswagen Merthyr Tydfil

01685701249 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,995

Finance available £193 pm

1.6L
51.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Abberton Car Sales

01206879441 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,600

Finance available £259 pm

2L
109.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,995

Finance available £354 pm

2L
40.2K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Fitzroy Motor Co

01425203840 *

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

Low Mileage

£12,750

Finance available £263 pm

1.5L
50.8K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Severnside Car Company

01656334050 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£17,990

Finance available £306 pm

1.5L
48.8K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Mallusk

02890026957 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 - GTI - RARE 3 DOOR WITH FULL LEATHER HEATED SEATS - 11 SERVICES

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £233 pm

2L
84.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

George Kingsley Vehicle Sales

01206580921 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion 5-Door

£5,992

Finance available £121 pm

1.6L
94.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MB Motor Group

01133236318 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£33,998

2L
22.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Dundee Vauxhall / Fiat / Abarth

01382768498 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (61) - 2.0 TSI GTI Edition 35 DSG Euro 5 5dr

Reduced

£10,975

Finance available £223 pm

2L
69.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Brook Williams Prestige

01215165545 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,394

Finance available £165 pm

2L
104.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Vivian Price Cars

01172331344 *

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

Low Mileage

£9,495

Finance available £190 pm

1.4L
39.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Woodhouse Mill Car Sales

01144789348 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,800

1.5L
26.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

JC Select Stirling

01786232660 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Reduced

£19,298

1.5L
13.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen/MG (Rutherglen)

01414839932 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,299

Finance available £310 pm

1.5L
38.5K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

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

Reduced

£8,488

Finance available £167 pm

1.2L
36.3K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Traders

02037808158 *

3.8/5 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 (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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