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.

5,332 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 3.2 V6 R32 4MOTION 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,495

3.2L
104.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Colebrook and Sons Ltd

01202145724 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£22,698

1.5L
10.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Glasgow London Road Motorstore / Vanstore

01416118432 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£10,700

Finance available £207 pm

1.6L
67.3K
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Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Norwich

01603567768 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 Tsi Evo 150 Match Edition 5Dr

£13,996

1.5L
48.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Volkswagen Newcastle Silverlink

01916077583 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s)

£16,999

Finance available £357 pm

2L
65.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

webuycarsformore com

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,450

Finance available £166 pm

1.4L
84.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Auto Imperial LTD

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Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,699

Finance available £239 pm

1.5L
53.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarScene Ltd

01603337277 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.5L
111.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Renown Motors

01613887637 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI 5-Door

£12,495

Finance available £257 pm

2L
75.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Crawford Automobiles

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps) - LED

Low Mileage

£29,052

Finance available £424 pm

2L
20.8K
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Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£16,490

1.5L
37.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

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Volkswagen Golf2024 (62) - 1.2 TSI SE 5 dr ESTATE

Reduced

£4,995

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1.2L
41.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

IBRA CARS LTD

01163668353 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£18,000

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
30.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Stringers of Petersfield

01730779314 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£13,594

1.5L
54.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Ford Glasgow

01414839957 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£18,498

1.5L
26.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Chesterfield Motorstore / Vanstore

01246381032 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI 333 R Black Edition 4Motion 5dr DSG

£42,390

Finance available £627 pm

2L
11.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Middlewood Motors

01531806293 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr [Nav]

£6,980

1.6L
107.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

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Volkswagen Golf(62) - 2.0 TSI GTI Edition 35 3dr

Low Mileage

£12,500

66.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hamlet Cars

01707932620 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,800

1.5L
34.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Evans Halshaw Ford Blackpool

01253209350 *

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

Low Mileage

£15,000

Finance available £313 pm

2L
32.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Estate

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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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Efficient engines
Impressively refined
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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

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1.5 TSI 204 Style eHybrid 5dr DSG
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1.0 TSI Life 5dr
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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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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps) - LED

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Volkswagen Golf2024 (62) - 1.2 TSI SE 5 dr ESTATE

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Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr Petrol Hatchback

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