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.

5,192 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£20,225

1.5L
35.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Harrogate

01423396103 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (12) - TSI Bluemotion 5-Door

Low Mileage

£5,350

1.2L
39.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

NS Auto Trading Ltd

02039577375 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 TSI Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) Touchscreen

£14,799

Finance available £283 pm

1.5L
66.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cartime Bury

01613887693 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,453

1.5L
35.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.4L
57.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

IMV Motors Ltd

01217525794 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

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£16,250

Finance available £341 pm

2L
57.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Complete Car Sales Ltd

01843265799 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG [Nav]

£13,950

Finance available £289 pm

2L
74.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Conor Morgan Cars Ltd

02890023207 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£24,990

1.5L
7.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (15) - 1.6 Sport 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,899

Finance available £154 pm

1.4L
83.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Kelvin Way Motors

01217288894 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 1.2 TSI S 5dr

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£3,790

1.2L
84.0K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

£20,995

Finance available £411 pm

2L
55.9K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

Andover Volkswagen

01264311662 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Life 5-Door

£11,847

Finance available £233 pm

1.5L
80.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Barnsley

01226448498 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (230 ps)

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£16,195

Finance available £340 pm

2L
56.0K
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Hatchback

J G PRESTIGE CARS LTD

01903251714 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245

£14,600

Finance available £298 pm

1.4L
79.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr DSG

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£13,250

Finance available £274 pm

1.6L
80.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Brendan Campbell & Sons

02887441406 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 TSI 150 Active 5dr

£17,495

Finance available £339 pm

1.5L
37.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Basingstoke Volkswagen

01256634772 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

£19,390

2L
31.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£22,495

Finance available £442 pm

2L
25.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evolve Motor Company

01633741704 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,480

1.5L
29.4K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Evans Halshaw Ford Chester

01244569076 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (73) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (320 ps)

Reduced

£32,990

Finance available £657 pm

2L
20.0K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Car Switch Limited

01706391429 *

3.9/5 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 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 5dr DSG

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