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.

5,332 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£17,295

Finance available £335 pm

2L
75.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Precision Motor Group

02039537318 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - GT EDITION TSI EVO 5-Door

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

1.5L
57.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ticehurst Motors Ltd

01580238472 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,845

Finance available £333 pm

1.5L
13.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Bridgend Ford

01656336637 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG

£13,495

Finance available £279 pm

2L
66.9K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Stour Valley Cars Limited

01787322913 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 - S 79BHP 5-Door

£1,795

1.4L
200.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cuxton Road Car Sales

01634959364 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI 272 GTE eHybrid 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£31,444

Finance available £651 pm

1.5L
1.3K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 105184 5-Door

Low Mileage

£24,867

1.5L
2.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SANDICLIFFE FORD LOUGHBOROUGH

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£20,995

Finance available £339 pm

1.5L
34.1K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Shelbourne AutoSelect Newry

02830441493 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.0 TSI 115 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,498

1L
35.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Glasgow South Street Vauxhall/Peugeot/Citroen/Vanstore

01414839940 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£15,950

1.5L
16.1K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech S DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,499

Finance available £168 pm

1.4L
92.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Estate

GOMOTIVE LIMITED

01744419381 *

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

£11,450

Finance available £233 pm

1.5L
93.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Windmill Autos Ltd

01767661305 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£12,760

2L
57.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Evans Halshaw Ford Coatbridge

01236804728 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£23,995

Finance available £385 pm

2L
59.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Phillips (Lisburn) Ltd

02892791480 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match 5dr

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
94.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Stephen Allen Motors

02890026820 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.6 TDI Match Edition 5dr

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.6L
73.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Town & Country Cars

02890026954 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£6,290

Finance available £118 pm

1.4L
91.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Chesterton Motor Group Ltd

01709223124 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£7,895

Finance available £154 pm

2L
114.9K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Audenshaw Motor Company Ltd TA Audenshaw Motors

01614139877 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£19,695

1.5L
11.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Skipton

01535280951 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf1996 - 2.0 GTi 3dr

Low Mileage

£5,495

2L
132.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mansfield Auto Exchange

01623709494 *

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 5dr DSG

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