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.

5,140 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,200

Finance available £278 pm

1.5L
37.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

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

Low Mileage

£12,145

Finance available £249 pm

2L
84.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AHC CAR SALES LTD

01135123659 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,995

1.5L
33.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motortrust UK Garstang

01942365158 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£24,895

2L
34.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Range Manchester

01618048254 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - MK8 Hatch 5-Dr 1.5 eTSI (150PS) Life EVO DSG + VOLKSWAGEN WARRANTY Automati

Reduced

£21,249

Finance available £416 pm

1.5L
10.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Swansea)

01792739752 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 - 2.0 TDI SE Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (140 ps)

£1,990

2L
174.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Your Motoring Limited

01487800643 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£24,495

Finance available £483 pm

2L
15.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Andover Volkswagen

01264311662 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 1.4 TSI GT Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,500

Finance available £78 pm

1.4L
85.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Drive Next

01869221886 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
92.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

SMV MOTORS

02892791555 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - Golf 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

2L
66.9K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Greenlight Automotive Ltd

01254920838 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.0 TSI S 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,599

Finance available £210 pm

1L
44.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Glasgow

01412601249 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

£15,950

Finance available £334 pm

2L
75.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MCT CARS LTD

02890023785 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - R-LINE EDITION TSI EVO DSG AUTO 5-Door

£17,990

Finance available £349 pm

1.5L
48.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

NCV Sales

01636550952 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI MATCH 5-Door

Reduced

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1.6L
51.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Kerr Baillie Ltd

01294469124 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,786

Finance available £241 pm

1.5L
85.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sk1 Cars Limited

01615196725 *

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

£14,400

Finance available £250 pm

1.5L
40.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style DSG 5-Door

Reduced

£19,597

Finance available £399 pm

1.4L
25.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Birmingham

01215165158 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG Auto

£23,830

2L
48.1K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Newbury

01635959570 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 - 1.9 Golf TDI Sport 5dr

£1,995

1.9L
155.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cuxton Road Car Sales

01634959364 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.0 TSI Active Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,999

Finance available £311 pm

1L
62.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Match Chester

01244207613 *

4.8/5 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 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 (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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