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.

5,260 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - Tdi 105 5-Door

Low Mileage

£695

1.9L
130.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
People Carrier

Elite Cars

01216618574 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - TSI BlueMotion Tech Match 5-Door

Low Mileage

£9,295

Finance available £185 pm

1.4L
78.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MV SALES UK LTD TA Motor Vision

01275409894 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI GTE DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£14,697

Finance available £294 pm

1.4L
43.4K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Hessle

01482947558 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 333 R 20 Years 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£42,498

2L
7.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Stirling)

01786232264 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition 5dr

£13,498

1.5L
51.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Glasgow)

01414068758 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - GT EDITION TSI EVO DSG - APPLE CAR PLAY -ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL 5-Door

Low Mileage

£17,995

Finance available £349 pm

1.5L
30.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

George Kingsley Vehicle Sales

01206580921 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr DSG

£6,775

Finance available £129 pm

1.4L
99.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Hunt

02476936615 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,445

Finance available £278 pm

1.4L
22.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

JC Autos London Ltd

02037286419 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 TSI Match 3dr

£4,500

Finance available £78 pm

1.4L
118.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Juno Cars

01282501863 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

Low Mileage

£9,599

Finance available £180 pm

44.2K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£21,750

Finance available £426 pm

2L
49.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

JB Autos Sales

02870440586 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.0 TSI Active Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,550

Finance available £313 pm

1L
20.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

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

Low Mileage

£21,340

Finance available £464 pm

1.5L
23.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Cars2 Barnsley SEAT

01226449229 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£24,982

Finance available £493 pm

2L
30.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Madeley Heath Motors

01782917194 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - MK8 Hatch 5-Dr 1.5 eTSI 130PS Style EVO DSG

£17,991

1.5L
40.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s)

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

2L
107.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Essex Car Store

01376319739 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 2.0 TDI CR S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,395

Finance available £76 pm

2L
96.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

CB Autos UK Ltd

01793268067 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£11,330

Finance available £231 pm

2L
113.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Westbrook Car Sales

01733794312 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

£20,300

Finance available £350 pm

2L
60.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI 150 GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£12,750

1.4L
40.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Listers Honda Northampton

01604343516 *

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 2016)

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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