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.

5,542 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,495

£190/pm (HP)

2L
100.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Renown Motors

01613887637 *

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

Reduced

£16,000

2L
47.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motortrust UK Garstang

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Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 GOLF GT TDI Bluemotion Semi-auto 5dr

Reduced

£5,495

2L
123.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Somerset Autos Limited

01963408336 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG Automatic

£17,990

£273/pm (PCP)

2L
37.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£17,995

£349/pm (HP)

2L
52.0K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (30

Low Mileage

£18,000

£457/pm (HP)

2L
47.3K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) - BLUETOOT

Low Mileage

£19,099

£296/pm (PCP)

1.5L
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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

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£21,495

£513/pm (PCP)

2L
46.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Drivers Gallery Ltd

01926352494 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps)

Low Mileage

£8,988

£168/pm (HP)

1.6L
35.6K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Traders

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Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,649

£343/pm (HP)

2L
34.4K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Sheffield

01143086607 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Black Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£33,490

25.0
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Not Supplied
Manual
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 2.0 TDi 170 GTD 5dr [Leather]

£4,999

2L
149.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MOTOR VEHICLE SOLUTIONS NORTH EAST Ltd ta BOLDON

01918141248 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav 5-Door

£11,795

£241/pm (HP)

2L
73.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MUGIEMOSS AUTO CENTRE LTD

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Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£4,940

2L
129.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Sevenoaks Auto Village

01892572354 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TSI GTI 2dr DSG

Low Mileage

£11,970

2L
35.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

AMD Automotive Limited

01612416598 *

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

Reduced

£9,795

£185/pm (HP)

1.4L
31.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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02038056855 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

£30,271

2L
12.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

South Hereford Volkswagen Hereford

01432809890 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,249

£265/pm (HP)

1.4L
17.6K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01536219125 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr DSG

£6,550

2L
103.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Swindon Car Sales Ltd

01793680986 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Estate 5dr Automatic

Reduced

£8,199

£151/pm (HP)

1.5L
102.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Estate

AW Car House Ltd

01827213842 *

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 Present)

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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