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 Golf2018 (68) - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr DSG AUTOMATIC SERVICE HISTORY

£11,999

Finance available £246 pm

1.6L
73.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Parc Lane Cars Ltd

01913232948 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 2.0 TDI GTD (Leather) DSG Euro 5 5dr

£6,990

Finance available £283 pm

2L
117.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Your Car Group

01633749117 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£16,320

1.5L
37.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Ford Cheltenham

01452227297 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,198

1.5L
38.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Arnold Clark Edinburgh Sighthill Motorstore/Fiat/Abarth/Leap

01316036582 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£9,995

2L
62.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Rainham Motors LTD

01708205565 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

£21,200

Finance available £330 pm

2L
53.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Wimbledon

02038235453 *

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

Low Mileage

£21,950

Finance available £421 pm

2L
43.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

McGrath Motors

02886273065 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

1.5L
106.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SMCARS (LTD)

02830447097 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.4 TSI SE Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,000

1.4L
94.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Trent Autos Ltd

01156976375 *

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

Reduced

£6,499

Finance available £183 pm

1.4L
94.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Greenshow Motors Ltd

01727221046 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,016

Finance available £273 pm

1.5L
49.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Stellantis &You Chingford

02039577333 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI S Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,590

Finance available £192 pm

1.4L
64.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Riverside Volvo Doncaster

01302248798 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport S 3dr

Reduced

£31,995

Finance available £637 pm

2L
19.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Volkservice

01253209357 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 1.0 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Reduced

£12,490

1L
47.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dace Car Supermarket

01616945306 *

4.8/5 Stars

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

£16,200

55.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Not Supplied

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 (58) - 1.9 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Final Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,295

1.9L
93.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

EASICARS SUPERMARKET

02039375174 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG (APPLE CAR PLAY, PRIVACY GLASS)

Reduced

£22,988

2L
42.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Jeff White Motors

02920028289 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£27,695

5.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.5L
77.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Magor Motor Company

01633741705 *

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

Low Mileage

£7,940

Finance available £155 pm

1.4L
80.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vision Motors Direct - Leeds

01138875266 *

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 3dr DSG

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