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.

5,065 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£10,750

Finance available £218 pm

2L
95.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

K Barclay Trade Cars

01633742301 *

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

Low Mileage

£32,250

Finance available £642 pm

2L
4.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Saxton 4x4

01245202306 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,150

Finance available £338 pm

1.5L
34.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Planet Watford

01923927636 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI SE NAV 5dr ++ SAT NAV / ULEZ / DAB / BLUETOOTH / SENSORS ++

Low Mileage

£10,775

Finance available £218 pm

1.6L
50.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Nick King Car Sales (Gloucester)

01452227299 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£16,950

Finance available £356 pm

1.5L
52.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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02890026957 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.2 TSI S 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.2L
81.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

ALPINE MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED

01382238351 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - MK8 Hatch 5-Dr 1.5 eTSI (150PS) Life EVO DSG Automatic

Low Mileage

£17,490

Finance available £339 pm

1.5L
29.2K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Port Talbot)

01639501372 *

0/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£11,990

66.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Howard Dean Car Sales Ltd

02038731433 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr DSG

Reduced

£9,790

Finance available £196 pm

1.5L
105.5K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Hulton Motors

01204939633 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps) Manual

Low Mileage

£11,495

1.4L
48.8K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sherwoods Town Centre Citroen, Fiat & Abarth

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£22,995

Finance available £452 pm

1.5L
39.0K
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Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Prestige Motors NI

02890026900 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.6L
30.5K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

Lomond Auto Centre

01389311235 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£16,400

1.5L
51.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carworld Supermarket

01733794246 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG

£18,399

Finance available £381 pm

1.4L
36.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Stockton-On-Tees

01642937531 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr DSG SEMI-AUTO

£14,700

1.6L
62.7K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

TrustFord Coleraine

02890026915 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245

£20,784

Finance available £415 pm

1.4L
34.4K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Bolton

01204323445 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

Reduced

£16,700

Finance available £351 pm

2L
38.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

JRS Commercials & Cars

02887441404 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£21,990

1.5L
5.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI 333 R 4Motion 5dr DSG + CLICK AND COLLECT Automatic

£42,498

Finance available £853 pm

2L
3.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Swansea)

01792739752 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s)

Low Mileage

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1.4L
50.0K
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Automatic
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Grosvenor Cars Norfolk

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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 Present)

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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