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.

5,245 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,599

Finance available £438 pm

2L
38.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£17,495

Finance available £339 pm

1.5L
89.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Clear Car Group Ltd

01616696927 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

£20,998

1.5L
14.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Swansea

01414839956 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 5 DOOR HATCHBACK

£5,750

1.4L
65.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

A7 Cars Ltd

01164787049 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125

Low Mileage

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.4L
28.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Central Car Sales

01524917288 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 3dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£22,795

2L
42.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motortrust UK Garstang

01942365158 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,995

2L
76.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Derek Merson

01643800612 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£7,497

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
109.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

EVM Sports and Prestige

01613887697 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,149

Finance available £354 pm

2L
39.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Peterborough

01733797063 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£26,490

Finance available £524 pm

2L
10.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,695

2L
69.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Pavillion Car Sales - Brighton

01273095269 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 99kW e-Golf 35kWh 5dr Auto Electric Hatchback

Low Mileage

£11,141

20.2K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Vauxhall Chingford

02037277170 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 Tsi Bluemotion Tech S Hatchback 5dr Petrol Dsg Euro 6 s/s 125 Ps

Low Mileage

£11,295

1.4L
40.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

EMG Motor Group Huntingdon

01480597486 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(16) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£6,699

103.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Not Supplied

Friends Autos Ltd

01386573314 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£24,899

Finance available £491 pm

2L
36.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Shelbourne AutoSelect Newry

02830441493 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (CD) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£13,295

1.5L
56.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Lancaster

01524938891 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI 310 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£19,498

2L
47.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Arnold Clark Hillington Renault / Dacia / Alpine / Vanstore

01414068774 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.9 SE TDI DPF 5dr Diesel Manual Estate

Low Mileage

£4,350

1.9L
87.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Chartwell Suffolk Ltd

01787326839 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£11,895

Finance available £196 pm

1.5L
70.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Worksop

01455241730 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.0 Golf Life eTSI Semi-Auto 5dr

£18,500

1L
3.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

LMC Cars

01708206105 *

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 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

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 (2016 to 2020)

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
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

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