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.

5,131 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 8 GTI 2.0 TSI 245PS 7-speed DSG 5 Door Automatic

Low Mileage

£29,000

2L
9.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

01452227271 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 TSI ACT GT 150PS 5Dr

Low Mileage

£8,991

1.4L
76.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,480

Finance available £301 pm

1.4L
81.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Wembley Prestige Cars

02037803372 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line DSG 5-Door

£21,897

Finance available £448 pm

1.5L
25.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Birmingham

01215165158 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 - S 5-Door

Low Mileage

£4,995

1.4L
51.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Top Gear Stoke

01782432847 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - PERFORMANCE

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

2L
61.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

NWM Performance Limited

01133236360 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£25,850

Finance available £511 pm

2L
32.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

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02894330831 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£21,990

Finance available £479 pm

2L
24.6K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Cars2 Bradford Hyundai

01274087619 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI GTE Advance 5dr DSG

£13,591

1.4L
63.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI 310 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£24,559

2L
23.7K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

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01271443056 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 2dr

Low Mileage

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
34.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Convertible

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01282501734 *

Volkswagen Golf2005 (05) - 1.6 FSI SE 5dr

Reduced

£2,500

1.6L
85.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

M & N

01908767437 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - SE NAVIGATION TSI EVO DSG Semi Auto 5-Door

Reduced

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
21.1K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Ticehurst Motors Ltd

01580238472 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S 5-Door

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.6L
129.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

NATIONAL VEHICLE SUPPLIERS LTD

01182270649 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 S 5dr

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
91.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Supreme Motors NI

02882449414 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - GTD 2.0 TDI AUTOMATIC 5-Door

£9,450

Finance available £189 pm

2L
102.1K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Affordable Cars Carlisle

01228273207 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£21,383

1.4L
18.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Mercedes-Benz of Winchester

01962676278 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI (150ps) R-Line MANUAL 5-Door

£27,998

Finance available £555 pm

1.5L
5.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Sinclair Volkswagen (Port Talbot)

01639501372 *

0/5 Stars

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

£12,200

Finance available £250 pm

1.5L
102.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - GTI CLUBSPORT EDITION 40 5-Door

Reduced

£18,950

Finance available £369 pm

2L
69.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

MCM Cars NI

02890023741 *

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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