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.

5,151 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£10,049

Finance available £190 pm

1.5L
88.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£16,299

Finance available £331 pm

1.5L
30.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 5dr 1.5TSi Match

Low Mileage

£23,695

1.5L
2.8K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Frosts Chichester

01243219542 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£17,399

Finance available £337 pm

2L
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Hatchback

IBZ Motors

02039897125 *

Volkswagen Golf(20) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,300

23.2K
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Not Supplied

Big Motoring World Peterborough

01733971423 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 2.0 TSI GTI (Leather) Hatchback 3dr Petrol DSG Euro 5 (210 ps)

Low Mileage

£8,495

2L
80.0K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Hudson Autos

01621734609 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

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£17,945

Finance available £348 pm

2L
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NW Kehoe & Sons

02830447169 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,200

Finance available £295 pm

1.5L
80.9K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Estate

PRO AUTOCARS LTD

01256587054 *

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

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
95.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MH Prestige Limited

01274087579 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,695

2L
103.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

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01918237776 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI SE Nav 5-Door

£8,990

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
108.4K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

BOWEN AUTOMOTIVE LTD

01685706038 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 1.4 S 80 5dr [AC]

Low Mileage

£1,596

1.4L
105.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Flash Carz

01753387047 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - GT TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5-Door

Reduced

£5,495

2L
120.1K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

Burrfields Car Sales

02382146937 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£26,461

1.5L
5.7K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Milton Keynes

01908926622 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (65) - 2.0 GT TDI 150 5dr ++ SAT NAV / 20 TAX / ULEZ / DAB / BLUETOOTH ++

Low Mileage

£9,670

Finance available £194 pm

2L
65.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Nick King Car Sales (Gloucester)

01452227299 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (19) - 1.2 TSI Bluemotion Tech SE Nav DSG (s/s) 5-Door

£12,490

Finance available £257 pm

1.2L
63.6K
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Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

I & I MOTORS LTD

01922662400 *

Volkswagen Golf1979 - MK I

Low Mileage

£25,000

1.6L
91.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

Classic Car Auctions

01926357467 *

3.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,995

102.3K
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Diesel
Automatic
Not Supplied

Magor Motor Company

01633741705 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Estate Auto 5dr

Reduced

£13,499

Finance available £279 pm

1.5L
96.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Estate

AW Car House Ltd

01827213842 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

£19,250

Finance available £375 pm

2L
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Gormley Motors Ltd

02887448026 *

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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