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.

5,258 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5-Door

Low Mileage

£13,697

Finance available £272 pm

1.5L
37.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Hessle

01482947558 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 GTI TCR DSG 5d 286 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£23,990

Finance available £503 pm

2L
27.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

City Motors (Cambs) Ltd

01733666873 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£24,995

Finance available £493 pm

1.4L
11.4K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Basingstoke Volkswagen

01256634772 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£12,470

1.5L
67.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Stockport

01616945314 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr

£16,799

Finance available £342 pm

2L
56.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01224453394 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Style 5dr

Reduced

£14,990

Finance available £319 pm

2L
50.3K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Cars2 Huddersfield Nissan

01484502883 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.0 TSI Match 5dr - SAT NAV - FRONT AND REAR SENSORS

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1L
83.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Kudos Car Sales

01206489525 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - Match Edition Tsi Bluemotion Dsg

Low Mileage

£6,995

1.4L
50.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Station Ltd

01992367374 *

3.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TDI Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,998

Finance available £357 pm

2L
49.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Corus Automotives

01777800508 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2008 (08) - 1.6 FSI Match 5dr

Reduced

£1,990

1.6L
104.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Harry Motors Warwick

01926351255 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
110.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

APEX Auto Sales

02890022233 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDi 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,295

Finance available £74 pm

1.6L
67.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Rutherglen Motor Company

01414049997 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,998

1.6L
34.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (East Kilbride)

01355203632 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£26,069

Finance available £572 pm

2L
30.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,495

Finance available £234 pm

1.4L
47.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Fab Cars Ltd

01702904181 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - Se Tdi Bluemotion Technology 5-Door

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.6L
152.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

The Elms Car Sales Ltd

01278555741 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - Hatch Style 1.5 TSI eHybrid 204ps 6-Speed DSG 5 Door Auto

£29,530

1.5L
5.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Letchworth

01462559198 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD BlueLine 5dr DSG

Reduced

£17,495

Finance available £339 pm

2L
60.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Roadside Motors

02838298746 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - e-Golf 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,690

Finance available £127 pm

62.1K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Grays of Holbeach

01406430115 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 2.0T GTI Pirelli Edition 5dr DSG

100

Reduced

£12,999

Finance available £268 pm

2L
61.7K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

360 Automotive Ltd

01283241544 *

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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