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 Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 3dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£23,999

Finance available £472 pm

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41.0K
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Hatchback

Rom Motors Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£10,495

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Greenlight Automotive Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Highline DSG Auto ULEZ LEATHER 5-Door

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£8,395

Finance available £165 pm

1.4L
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4.6/5 Stars

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

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£11,495

Finance available £171 pm

1.5L
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Car Nation Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,490

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Hatchback

Motor Gurus

01144780031 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£15,700

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1.5L
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Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (320 ps) - PADDLE S

£33,608

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Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI MATCH BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG 5-Door

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£10,499

Finance available £212 pm

1.6L
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Hatchback

Bexhill Motors Terminus Road

01424234748 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen GolfGTI 5-Door

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1.8L
42.0K
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Hatchback

Atlan Motors (London) Ltd

02038895374 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI R-Line Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,499

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2L
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01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

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£9,999

Finance available £201 pm

1.4L
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Palmers Mitsubishi Hemel Hempsted

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Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 Golf Match Edition TSi Evo 5dr

£12,888

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1.5L
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG

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1.4L
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Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - MK8 Facelift 1.5 eTSI (150ps) R-Line DSG + WINTER PACK + AREA VIEW 5-Door

£29,990

1.5L
3.1K
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Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Southampton

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£12,512

Finance available £257 pm

1.6L
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Hatchback

Vehicle Solutions NW Ltd

01995910308 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,800

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1.4L
64.3K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.0 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,050

Finance available £200 pm

1L
73.3K
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Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style DSG 5-Door

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£22,497

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1.5L
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Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,990

Finance available £357 pm

1.4L
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Best Car 4 You Ltd

01416118629 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) -

Low Mileage

£20,138

Finance available £402 pm

1.5L
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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 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 3dr DSG

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