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.

5,287 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,250

Finance available £229 pm

2L
120.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

WYNFORD SPECIALIST MOTORS LIMITED

01217288702 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£17,250

Finance available £306 pm

1.5L
24.5K
Miles
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Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£22,798

1.5L
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Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Linwood)

01414068772 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG Auto

£20,015

1.4L
42.3K
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Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

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Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,999

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
94.0K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

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02039577371 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 2.0 TDI Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
90.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Wixford Motor Company Ltd

01217525788 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,049

Finance available £308 pm

1.5L
35.5K
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Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.6 TDI Match Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.6L
74.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.4 TSI GT Cabriolet Euro 5 2dr

Low Mileage

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.4L
83.0K
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Petrol
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Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,700

Finance available £328 pm

1.4L
59.9K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Stevenage

01438584759 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 (58) - 1.9 TDI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,299

1.9L
127.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Z a motors

01785336152 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£30,000

Finance available £596 pm

2L
6.6K
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Hatchback

Praters Of Hollingdon LLP

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Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 2.0 TSI 333 R 20 Years 4Motion 5dr DSG

£39,290

2L
234.0
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Evesham

01386571259 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£16,000

1.5L
33.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Thurlow Nunn Kings Lynn

01553604436 *

0/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£14,990

Finance available £313 pm

1.4L
24.9K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Empire Cars Bedford

01234237238 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£20,049

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1.5L
26.6K
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Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Newport

01633493027 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,549

Finance available £315 pm

1.5L
42.5K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

cinch

01482697731 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£9,495

Finance available £190 pm

1.4L
80.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Eastside Motors

01217288688 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps

£5,790

Finance available £107 pm

2L
118.0K
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Hatchback

The Motor Company (NW) LTD

01254781863 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 Golf GTE Advance Semi-Auto 5dr

£11,499

Finance available £216 pm

1.4L
92.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Beck Evans

02037803374 *

4.1/5 Stars

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 3dr DSG

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