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.

5,203 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI GTD Blueline 184PS DSG 5Dr Automatic

Low Mileage

£19,500

2L
47.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Capitol Volkswagen Merthyr Tydfil

01685701249 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) - ADAPT CRUIS

Low Mileage

£14,781

Finance available £289 pm

2L
51.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Mountsorrel

01162165589 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE SAT NAV £20 ROAD TAX **12 MONTHS WARRAN 5-Door

£5,495

1.6L
155.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

GY Cars LTD

01472806818 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life DSG 5-Door

£17,497

Finance available £354 pm

1.5L
33.4K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Scunthorpe

01724514202 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,750

Finance available £263 pm

1.5L
49.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Stonebridge Motor Company

01932687848 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG Diesel Hatchback

Low Mileage

£18,635

2L
47.5K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Ford Birmingham

01217288833 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.0 eTSI MHEV Life DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,490

Finance available £311 pm

1L
34.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Estate

Penton Citroen and DS Poole

01202110991 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 99kW e-Golf 35kWh 5dr Auto

Reduced

£11,199

Finance available £228 pm

27.3K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

MW MOTOR GROUP LTD

01164784157 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 5dr

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.4L
111.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mick Partlett Car Sales

01993226326 *

Volkswagen Golf(14) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

77.7K
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Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Supercar Clinic Ltd

01204584584 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£12,295

Finance available £252 pm

2L
100.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

C&S MOTORS LIMITED

01616721743 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s

Low Mileage

£9,898

1.4L
54.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

A Car 2 Go

01296326008 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 Tsi Bluemotion Tech R Hatchback 5-Door

Low Mileage

£14,795

Finance available £308 pm

2L
77.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

FifthGear Fenton LTD

01782969739 *

Volkswagen Golf2002 - 1.8T GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual (192 g/km, 150 bhp)

Low Mileage

£2,495

1.8L
141.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

HR Cars

01494927722 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£13,695

Finance available £284 pm

1.5L
59.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

ALTUS CONSULTANTS LIMITED T/A altus cars

01293217073 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

Reduced

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

2L
57.1K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Pentre Motors

01745779980 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,884

1.5L
20.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen St Albans

01727224916 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£24,995

Finance available £493 pm

2L
14.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Murray Motors

02879440625 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - R-Line 1.5 eTSI 150PS 7-speed DSG 5 Door Automatic

Low Mileage

£23,459

1.5L
17.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bristol

01172331336 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (60) - 1.2 TSI 85 S 5dr

£3,250

Finance available £50 pm

1.2L
118.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

GB Motor Company

01162165597 *

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 (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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