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.

5,237 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£19,099

Finance available £380 pm

2L
60.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.0 eTSI MHEV Life DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,499

Finance available £380 pm

1L
5.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Zone

01606539547 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£2,495

2L
131.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Vzon Car Sales Ltd

01217286971 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.0 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 bhp)

£8,453

Finance available £167 pm

1L
90.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Lexus Wolverhampton

01902951110 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (11) - 1.4 TSI SE DSG Euro 5 5dr

£8,249

Finance available £162 pm

1.4L
20.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 Golf Style TSi E-Hybrid Semi-Auto 5dr

£17,000

1.4L
53.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

LMC Cars

01708206105 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£20,599

Finance available £425 pm

1.5L
21.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01482697731 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (70) - 1.5 TSI Style Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£15,799

Finance available £270 pm

1.5L
36.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

UK Car Sales

01792001638 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI SE Nav 5-Door

£8,999

Finance available £179 pm

1.4L
70.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Motor World MCR LTD

01616944305 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - R-LINE TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5-Door

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
91.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Southwest Motor Company

01752982529 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s

Low Mileage

£10,195

Finance available £201 pm

1.4L
52.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Tangelo Used Cars Exeter

01394331922 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO GPF R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,520

Finance available £414 pm

1.5L
12.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Stellantis &You Maidstone

01622427500 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

1.4L
39.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Stevenage Cars

01438908360 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£22,698

1.5L
10.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Greenock

01475601914 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£7,790

1.4L
113.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Glasshoughton Car Sales

01977803305 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI S Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£10,899

1.6L
51.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

HPL Motors Oldham

01612416881 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,750

Finance available £173 pm

2L
76.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Kevin Car Sales & HCW Ltd

01708205498 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,650

2L
122.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Drive Direct

01213872410 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,490

Finance available £56 pm

1.6L
93.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Lancashire Autos LTD

01254457567 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£19,998

1.5L
36.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Leeds Roseville Road)

01134689402 *

4.7/5 Stars

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 3dr DSG

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