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.

5,114 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - Volkswagen Golf R Line Tsi Evo S-A 5-Door

Low Mileage

£16,500

Finance available £332 pm

1.5L
43.6K
Miles
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Automatic
Hatchback

Dales SEAT at Scorrier

01209704144 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI GTI TCR Hatchback 3dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (290 ps)

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£28,695

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26.0K
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Evolve Motor Company

01633741704 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr DSG

£9,995

1.5L
83.8K
Miles
Petrol
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Estate

V12 Sports and Classics Hinckley

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Volkswagen Golf2024 (73) - 2.0 TDI R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£24,995

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2L
1.4K
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Diesel
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Not Supplied

Motors Deals Ltd

01612416399 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - TSI Bluemotion 5-Door

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£6,850

1.2L
59.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

NS Auto Trading Ltd

02039577375 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,998

27.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Sydenham

01414839958 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£35,650

2L
9.4K
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Hatchback

John Clark Skoda Dundee

01382279255 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£27,990

Finance available £554 pm

2L
27.4K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 - 1.4 TSI SE 3-Door

Low Mileage

£1,995

1.4L
119.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

NATIONAL VEHICLE SUPPLIERS LTD

01182270649 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

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£16,195

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Motor Range Manchester

01618048254 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£29,867

Finance available £593 pm

2L
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The Car Co

01616945324 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

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£5,900

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1.6L
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Oldbury Car Sales

01216474046 *

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

£14,795

1.5L
57.0K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Motortrust UK Garstang

01942365158 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - SE NAVIGATION TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5-Door

£9,995

1.6L
81.9K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Southwest Motor Company

01752982529 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - R

Low Mileage

£21,995

Finance available £431 pm

35.0K
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Not Supplied
Automatic
Not Supplied

C&S MOTORS LIMITED

01616721743 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,300

Finance available £275 pm

1.5L
71.6K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 Tsi Match 5Dr

Low Mileage

£23,282

1.5L
2.6K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Battersea Volkswagen

02037636641 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£13,495

Finance available £279 pm

2L
71.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Bateman & Lynch Cars (Tavistock)

01822661658 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps

£4,975

2L
136.0K
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Hatchback

PEELS WHEELS LIMITED

01524938217 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£5,995

1.6L
122.1K
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Estate

Steve Newman Car Sales

01704337332 *

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 Present)

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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