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.

5,292 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.2 TSI S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.2L
85.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

XA Cars Ltd

01753989177 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,979

Finance available £369 pm

2L
47.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

EVM Sports and Prestige

01613887697 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£19,538

1.5L
11.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 GTE NAV DSG 5d 150 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£12,990

1.4L
58.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Formula 1 Car Supermarket

01324464853 *

2.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 - TDI Match 5-Door

Low Mileage

£5,195

1.6L
87.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Top Gear Stoke

01782432847 *

0/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£18,700

Finance available £336 pm

1.5L
33.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

Reduced

£5,650

Finance available £104 pm

2L
133.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MCautosales

02879440626 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,495

Finance available £346 pm

2L
65.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Run About Autos LTD

01756636620 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£24,495

Finance available £483 pm

1.5L
4.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Phillips (Lisburn) Ltd

02892791480 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 3.2 V6 R32 4MOTION 5dr DSG

Reduced

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

3.2L
69.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

A&A Auto Sales

01832778585 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£27,248

Finance available £539 pm

2L
18.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

UP PRESTIGE LTD

01746331186 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - R-Line 1.5 eTSI 150PS 7-speed DSG 5 Door Automatic

Low Mileage

£24,996

1.5L
9.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Estate

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bristol

01172331336 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

£24,979

Finance available £493 pm

2L
34.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Autopoint

01436647028 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI 105 S 5dr

£5,499

Finance available £101 pm

1.6L
98.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Boston Car Centre

07470022010 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,990

Finance available £349 pm

1.5L
24.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion Tech Match 5dr DSG

£4,295

Finance available £74 pm

1.6L
120.6K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

RTM MOTORS CARDIFF

02920025017 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£14,799

Finance available £302 pm

2L
39.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Glasgow

01412601249 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - GTD MK8 2.0 TDI 200PS DSG 5 Door

£20,995

Finance available £411 pm

2L
57.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Specialist Cars Dunfermline

01383347079 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr DSG

£10,990

1.4L
69.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Evesham

01386571259 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr DSG

£13,998

1.6L
53.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Peugeot (Glasgow)

01414736424 *

4.7/5 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 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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