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.

5,305 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

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

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
111.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Wixford Motor Company Ltd

01217525788 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI GTD BlueLine Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

2L
111.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Wixford Motor Company Ltd

01217525788 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£15,250

Finance available £318 pm

2L
89.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Zeus Cars Limited

01234237525 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (74) - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£27,995

Finance available £555 pm

1.5L
3.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

L A MOTORS

07393778079 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£18,000

Finance available £387 pm

2L
18.2K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Cannock

01543221765 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£21,066

1.5L
12.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Honda Harrogate

01423648264 *

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

£8,980

Finance available £178 pm

1.2L
36.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Traders

02037808158 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

Reduced

£5,295

1.6L
98.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Palmers Citroen Watford

01923919096 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 - 2.0 TDI CR S 5-Door

Low Mileage

£2,995

2L
123.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Ls Automotive Ltd

01953661927 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

2L
29.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Severnside Car Company

01656334050 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£4,000

Finance available £67 pm

1.6L
130.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Car 4 Everyone Ltd

01902904121 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (62) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,999

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
94.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Greenshow Motors Ltd

01727221046 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI GTI TCR Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (290 ps)

Low Mileage

£26,995

Finance available £534 pm

2L
24.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evolve Motor Company

01633741704 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,639

Finance available £317 pm

1.5L
24.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2001 (Y) - SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£1,795

1.6L
148.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bourne Valley Autos

01264311668 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£26,717

2L
5.6K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£27,936

1.5L
5.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Oxford Kidlington

01865956226 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style Edition 5-Door

£17,497

Finance available £354 pm

1.5L
42.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Barnsley

01226448498 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£4,795

Finance available £85 pm

1.6L
101.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Renown Motors

01613887637 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£23,498

1.5L
13.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Renault/Dacia (Dumbarton)

01389310597 *

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 2016)

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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