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.

5,183 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,999

Finance available £328 pm

1.5L
32.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Oldbury

01217525220 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr [Nav]

£9,791

Finance available £196 pm

2L
109.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cwmavon Car Sales

01639501142 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£20,685

1.5L
20.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Audi Taunton

01823218663 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£17,698

1.5L
31.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Milton Keynes

01416118716 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 Golf SE Nav TSi Evo 5dr

£9,750

Finance available £196 pm

1.5L
82.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

NATIONAL CAR HUB

01922665543 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Reduced

£14,500

Finance available £252 pm

1.5L
41.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Cannock

01543221765 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 Golf R-Line eTSI Semi-Auto 5dr

Reduced

£17,000

1.5L
55.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

LMC Cars

01708206105 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£11,998

1.4L
59.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Newcastle OMODA / JAECOO

01913387320 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£21,911

Finance available £430 pm

2L
53.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sarah Cox Cars Ltd

01623706190 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£30,990

1.5L
1.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI S 5dr

£9,450

Finance available £189 pm

1.6L
86.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

NW Kehoe & Sons

02830447169 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG

£7,295

Finance available £141 pm

2L
136.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Midlands Car Trader

01332325484 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,999

Finance available £112 pm

1.4L
58.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

ist choice Car Co

01918237767 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - TDI Style 5-Door

£13,440

Finance available £278 pm

2L
91.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

RB AUTOS SW LIMITED TA Bristol Car Centre

01172331345 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£12,895

Finance available £266 pm

1.5L
72.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ceir Phil Williams Ltd

01554701986 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps)

Low Mileage

£8,998

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
45.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MQAS CARS LTD

01254946245 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD 5-Door

Low Mileage

£12,495

Finance available £273 pm

2L
74.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cavendish UK Car Sales Limited

01787323385 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£22,498

2L
62.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mercedes-Benz of Perth

01738230553 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Active 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,749

Finance available £389 pm

1.5L
21.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Widnes

01518322225 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,000

1.5L
43.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Peoples Ford Livingston

01506376857 *

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 (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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