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.

5,245 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf1.4 TSI Comfort Line Auto 5DR

Low Mileage

£6,995

34.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

THE CARMARKET

02890023139 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£24,995

Finance available £493 pm

2L
28.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

NAC MANCHESTER LTD

01612417467 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£26,498

1.5L
6.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Huddersfield Fiat / Abarth / Jeep / Alfa Romeo

01484504408 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 272 GTE eHybrid 5dr DSG

£30,299

Finance available £641 pm

1.5L
6.3K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Castleford

01977800692 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 p

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

2L
95.4K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

LMS Motors Ltd

01865596842 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI 110 BlueMotion 5dr

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£6,400

Finance available £121 pm

1.6L
55.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

Oldbury Car Sales

01216474046 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,899

2L
40.7K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Perrys Chesterfield Ford Commercials

01246383484 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

£9,750

Finance available £196 pm

1.6L
89.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Cars of Ferndown

01202068605 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

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£25,498

1.5L
3.5K
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Wishaw)

01698537718 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.0 TSI (110ps) Active + VOLKSWAGEN WARRANTY Manual

£16,999

1L
37.7K
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Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Swansea)

01792739752 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) 1 OWNER

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£17,995

1.5L
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Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Lancaster

01524938891 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI S Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,700

Finance available £172 pm

1.4L
82.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Star Cars London

02037726236 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 Petrol (TSI), BlueMotion Tech, Match Edition, Hatchback, Manual. 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,499

1.4L
81.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Elm Tree Car Sales Ltd

01913387238 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 1.6 TDi 105 Match 3dr

£3,495

1.6L
139.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Durdar Garage

01228273232 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps

Reduced

£7,495

2L
63.0K
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Hatchback

Grampian Cars

01261450003 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (62) - Tfsi

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£6,595

Finance available £125 pm

1.4L
51.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

Aymro Mortors Ltd

01162164104 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,499

Finance available £317 pm

1.5L
37.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Portsmouth

02382146197 *

Volkswagen Golf2006 - 2.0 TFSI GTI 3dr

Low Mileage

£5,250

2L
101.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hartlebury Cars

01562547645 *

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

£13,299

Finance available £258 pm

1.5L
56.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - GTE ADVANCE S-A 5-Door

£10,890

1.4L
95.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

MINSTERMOTORGROUP.COM LTD

01482426481 *

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 (2016 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 / 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

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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