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.

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

Reduced

£4,495

Finance available £78 pm

1.4L
142.3K
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Manual
Hatchback

Cars of Kinson

01202001903 *

2.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

£18,190

2L
87.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

SM Specialist Cars Ltd

01234860417 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (63) - 1.4 TSI SE BLUEMOTION 5-Door

£7,499

Finance available £145 pm

1.4L
94.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bexhill Motors Dorset Road

01424230370 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 Golf R DSG 4WD 3dr

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£19,377

Finance available £378 pm

2L
51.6K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Your Best Car Ltd

01580232496 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr DSG

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£13,299

Finance available £275 pm

1.6L
52.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

MW MOTOR GROUP LTD

01164784157 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 TSI 272 GTE eHybrid 5dr DSG

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£34,000

Finance available £678 pm

1.5L
173.0
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Hatchback

Richard Nash Cars Ltd

01603931816 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG

£14,695

Finance available £306 pm

2L
75.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MCautosales

02879440626 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£5,000

Finance available £89 pm

2L
152.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Car 4 Everyone Ltd

01902904121 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£6,895

2L
150.6K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

V12 Sports and Classics Hinckley

01455244504 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.6 TDI GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.6L
87.7K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Ace Car Sales Bury

01618042294 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr [Leather]

£2,994

2L
163.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

TMB Van Sales

01618042445 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,999

Finance available £328 pm

1.5L
33.9K
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Hatchback

Motorpoint Sheffield

01143086607 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£4,150

Finance available £70 pm

1.6L
116.5K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

H N S Motors

01274059857 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 2.0 TSI GTI (Leather) Euro 5 5dr

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£6,789

Finance available £129 pm

2L
86.0K
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Hatchback

Motorhub

01535281058 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,330

Finance available £343 pm

1.5L
89.0K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Wembley Prestige Cars

02037803372 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 - 2.0 TFSI GTI Edition 30 Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual (194 g/km, 227 bhp)

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£8,495

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2L
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Dubbers Sports LTD

01484507999 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

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£14,200

Finance available £247 pm

1.5L
46.2K
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Hatchback

Big Motoring World Cannock

01543221765 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,495

Finance available £234 pm

2L
63.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarBrothers NI

02894339938 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,800

1.2L
72.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Star Cars London

02037726236 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£9,489

Finance available £190 pm

2L
103.0K
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Manor Farm Cars Ltd

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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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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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