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 Golf2019 - 99kW e- 35kWh 5dr Auto

£9,947

47.9K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

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01279598864 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 MATCH TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 3d 103 BHP 3-Door

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£6,795

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1.6L
73.6K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

2L
116.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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01902916099 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (64) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s)

Low Mileage

£17,500

2L
45.8K
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Manual
Hatchback

BINCA

01525307120 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,290

Finance available £396 pm

1.5L
24.1K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

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£22,450

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2L
43.0K
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Hatchback

Revitupukcom

01244268811 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

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£12,299

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1.6L
75.7K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,395

Finance available £322 pm

2L
78.0K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDi Match NEW CAMBELT Manual 5-Door

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1.6L
95.8K
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Hatchback

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£14,995

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Volkswagen Golf2012 (P) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Cabriolet 2dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (140 ps

£10,495

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£10,950

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2L
77.0K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr

£7,495

1.4L
95.3K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI Life Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£15,000

Finance available £248 pm

2L
42.2K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr Diesel Estate

Low Mileage

£25,944

2L
5.5K
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Diesel
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Estate

Vertu Volkswagen Nottingham North

01313702485 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI Life 5dr DSG

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£18,629

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1.5L
13.3K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

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4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,800

Finance available £264 pm

1.5L
62.5K
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Hatchback

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4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

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£21,650

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2L
40.6K
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Sam Creith Motors Ltd

02890026942 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
106.0K
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Hatchback

DCX Car Sales

02890023222 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5-Door

£18,976

Finance available £385 pm

1.5L
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Hatchback

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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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