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 Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£25,500

Finance available £440 pm

2L
27.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,499

Finance available £212 pm

2L
83.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cars Hub

01753915480 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£24,495

Finance available £483 pm

2L
28.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hot Hatches Ltd

01494311335 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - MK8 Facelift Style 1.5 TSI 150PS Hatch 5 Door

£20,749

Finance available £406 pm

1.5L
15.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.6 TDI GT Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,599

Finance available £298 pm

1.6L
37.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Coventry

02475187133 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match 5dr £0 Tax - ULEZ FREE

Reduced

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

1.6L
134.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Maximum Car Supermarket

02392002264 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£38,980

Finance available £746 pm

2L
15.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4/5 Stars

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

£21,999

Finance available £460 pm

1.5L
27.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Chingford

02039104754 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

£18,998

1.5L
29.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Bolton)

01204324180 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (70) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£21,000

Finance available £411 pm

1.5L
16.2K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Richard Nash Cars Ltd

01603931816 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.4 TSI GT 2dr convertible fully maintained througout. Recent wheel refurb

Low Mileage

£4,499

Finance available £78 pm

1.4L
102.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Convertible

Marshall Motors of Eston

01642549057 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.0 TSI SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,841

Finance available £242 pm

1L
40.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

drivedirect Hartlepool

01429801269 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 2.0 TSI GTI (Leather) Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,789

Finance available £129 pm

2L
86.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorhub

01535281058 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

£10,950

Finance available £222 pm

2L
77.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

UCAR

02890026926 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.0 TSI SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,650

Finance available £193 pm

1L
62.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wainman Motors

01733902676 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£19,698

1.5L
12.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Milton Keynes

01416118716 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

Reduced

£8,750

Finance available £173 pm

2L
114.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

BS Motors

02890021699 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - MK7 Facelift e-136PS BEV Automatic 5dr Automatic

£10,990

Finance available £223 pm

49.0K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Cardiff)

02922672897 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,495

Finance available £324 pm

2L
44.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Wrights Motors

01366310748 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion 5dr

Reduced

£4,650

Finance available £82 pm

1.6L
163.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Frank Wray Cars Ltd

02890023624 *

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 (2016 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 / 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

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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