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.

5,311 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr ONLY 410 MILES, MAY 2028 VW WARRANTY

Low Mileage

£23,495

Finance available £462 pm

1.5L
410.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Catterick Service Station

01748901665 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style DSG 5-Door

£24,997

Finance available £514 pm

1.4L
25.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Birmingham

01215165158 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,599

Finance available £403 pm

2L
36.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01513174824 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£16,375

1.5L
39.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Newbury

01635959570 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£13,249

Finance available £265 pm

1.5L
72.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01412601480 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£16,940

2L
71.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Manchester

01612417068 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£14,400

1.5L
41.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Perrys Huddersfield Peugeot

01484507990 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 Golf Match TSi Evo 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

1.5L
43.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Richlee Motor Company Rayleigh

01268219714 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - TSI EVO R-Line 5-Door

£10,795

Finance available £219 pm

1.5L
102.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Avenue Cars of Gloucester Ltd

01452227348 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.4 TSI S 5dr

£2,495

1.4L
128.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AR Cars

01254947703 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (204 ps)

£7,495

1.4L
110.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Parkside Motors Ltd

02039475180 *

Volkswagen Golf2005 (05) - 2.0T GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£3,875

Finance available £64 pm

2L
102.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Excel Motors

01733667455 *

Volkswagen Golf2001 - GTI

Reduced

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

72.0K
Miles
Not Supplied
Manual
Not Supplied

Kars of Falmouth

01326331223 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£16,490

Finance available £346 pm

2L
39.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Fusco Vehicle Sales

02891249214 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Reduced

£16,195

Finance available £353 pm

1.5L
24.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Range Liverpool

01515417938 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match 5dr

£6,950

Finance available £133 pm

1.6L
100.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Tamlaght Auto Sales

02890026907 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

£11,995

2L
77.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

North West Trade Centre

01772285821 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr Manual

Reduced

£18,990

1.5L
24.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

TrustFord Ballymena

02890022273 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen GolfTDI Match

Low Mileage

£2,298

79.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Blackwood Used Car Ltd

02890021467 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.2 TSI S 3dr

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.2L
100.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

R G Autos

02830447301 *

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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