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.

5,266 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£10,395

Finance available £210 pm

2L
86.2K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Luks car sales garage ltd

01162162323 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,980

Finance available £201 pm

1.4L
66.3K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Traders

02037808158 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG

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£17,998

2L
34.5K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Fiat (Kirkcaldy)

01592808074 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - MK8 Hatch 5-Dr 1.5 eTSI (150PS) Life EVO DSG Automatic

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£16,795

1.5L
29.2K
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Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Port Talbot)

01639501372 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2003 (03) - 1.9 S TDI 5dr

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£1,995

1.9L
154.2K
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Hatchback

S&K Motors

01205335102 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (60) - 1.2 TSI 85 S 5dr

£3,250

Finance available £50 pm

1.2L
118.0K
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Hatchback

GB Motor Company

01162165597 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,099

Finance available £309 pm

1.5L
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Hatchback

Motorpoint Sheffield

01143086607 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£22,498

1.5L
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Wishaw)

01698537718 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - R TSI DSG 5-Door

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£23,495

Finance available £462 pm

2L
56.0K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

Williams Automotive Ltd

01235636668 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

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£8,450

1.4L
54.0K
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Hatchback

Windmill Motors Ltd

01778308209 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£20,379

1.5L
23.6K
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Hatchback

Prestige Cars Kent

01689669471 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - Hatch R Black Edition 2.0 TSI 4Motion 333ps | Winter Pack | 19' Alloys 5-Door

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£43,980

Finance available £845 pm

2L
1.0K
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Hatchback

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4.2/5 Stars

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

£21,998

1.5L
29.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Solihull)

01215160456 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG Auto

£23,894

1.4L
16.9K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Bridgwater

01278555830 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (63) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

£8,395

Finance available £165 pm

2L
99.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

J O Premier Motors Limited

01312874285 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.6L
46.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Wrights Motors

01366310748 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£12,850

Finance available £265 pm

2L
83.0K
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Automatic
Estate

Cambridgeshire Motor House LTD

01733666971 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (230 ps)

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
84.7K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Ideal Car Centre Ltd

01902544596 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - MK7 Facelift e-136PS BEV Automatic 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,691

32.3K
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Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 GT TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG 5DR Semi Automatic

Low Mileage

£9,490

2L
54.0K
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Diesel
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Deepdale Motor Company

01772376077 *

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 5dr DSG

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