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.

5,138 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

Reduced

£24,999

2L
26.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

HPL Motors Oldham

01612416881 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr DSG

£5,250

Finance available £95 pm

1.6L
128.5K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Hamstead Autos

01213872419 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD 5-Door

£8,689

2L
98.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Gold Cars Ltd

01386831300 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5dr

£6,499

Finance available £123 pm

1.5L
78.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cars 4 Less

01216618542 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 TSI DSG EURO 5 5dr HATCHBACK PETROL AUTOMATIC

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£11,000

Finance available £223 pm

2L
42.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

KLAW MOTORS

02039537452 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 Golf Match Edition TSi Evo Semi-Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,489

Finance available £359 pm

1.5L
23.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AutoTyne

01916076035 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (70) - 1.5 TSI Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£13,400

1.5L
67.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carworld Supermarket

01733794246 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG [Nav]

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£9,595

Finance available £192 pm

1.4L
85.4K
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Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Millennium Motors Ltd

01616720328 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 2.0 TDI Life Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£14,500

Finance available £237 pm

2L
47.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,950

Finance available £178 pm

1.4L
96.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

JRS Commercials & Cars

02887441404 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.0 TSI Match DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,745

Finance available £240 pm

1L
80.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Taylors Of Skegness

01754808552 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG Diesel Hatchback

£22,684

2L
56.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Skipton

01535280951 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion Tech Match 5dr

Reduced

£3,195

Finance available £49 pm

1.6L
104.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

DC Car Sales Ltd

01217288862 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£17,498

2L
49.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Glasgow South Street Vauxhall/Peugeot/Citroen/Vanstore

01414839940 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£11,475

1.4L
39.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Top Value Motors

01277286715 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (64) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (122 ps

Low Mileage

£10,250

Finance available £211 pm

1.4L
45.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Ponko

01223857211 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 1.4 TSI GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

1.4L
81.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Precision Motor Group

02039537318 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 (06) - 1.9 TDI GOAL EDITION 5DR LEFT HAND DRIVE LHD UK REGISTERED

Low Mileage

£5,495

Finance available £100 pm

1.9L
108.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

The Left Hand Drive Car Showroom Ltd

01895548158 *

4.8/5 Stars

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

£8,295

Finance available £163 pm

2L
114.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Audenshaw Motor Company Ltd TA Audenshaw Motors

01614139877 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr DSG

Reduced

£2,995

1.6L
122.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

AUTO ILLUSION

01172448950 *

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 (2013 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 / Full Electric / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Petrol
Engine Size:: 2
MPG:: 34 - 166
Acceleration:: 4.6 - 12.9 seconds
Boot space:: 272 - 605 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
99kW e-Golf 35kWh 5dr Auto
Cheapest
1.2 TSI S 3dr
Fastest
2.0 TSI 310 R 3dr 4MOTION 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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