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.

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Volkswagen Golf2011 - 2.0 TDI 140 GT MARK 6 2011/11 CANDY WHITE 6 SPEED MANUAL SUNROOF 5-Door

£2,850

2L
113.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

FA Tyre Services TA A41 Cars

01296254874 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Reduced

£10,990

Finance available £223 pm

2L
85.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

TH Motors London

01494311200 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,325

Finance available £119 pm

1.4L
60.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

ASM AUTOS LTD

01216618737 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 (08) - 3.2 V6 R32 4Motion 5dr

Reduced

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

3.2L
71.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Derbyshire Performance

01332419213 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - GTI

Low Mileage

£12,995

2L
74.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Top Gear Stoke

01782432847 *

0/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£11,498

1.6L
57.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Kilmarnock Hyundai / Vanstore

01563590228 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,999

Finance available £134 pm

1.6L
82.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MH Prestige Limited

01274087579 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech S Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (122 ps)

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.4L
102.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Falling Lane Cars

01895541825 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (73) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£25,495

Finance available £503 pm

1.5L
12.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Andover Volkswagen

01264311662 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (30

Low Mileage

£17,995

Finance available £349 pm

2L
69.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

North Loop Autohaus

01527911876 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - se

Reduced

£9,990

Finance available £201 pm

1.4L
22.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

V P I Used Car Sales Limited

02039377580 *

3.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - S TSI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,180

Finance available £160 pm

1.4L
58.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

My Next Car

02039577412 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£17,995

Finance available £349 pm

1.4L
61.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Mervyn Stewart MG/Suzuki

02891638411 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£14,250

Finance available £296 pm

2L
90.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

BS Motors

02890021699 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition DSG Euro 6 5-Door

Reduced

£14,888

Finance available £310 pm

1.5L
38.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Andrew James Cars Ltd

01474556864 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

£13,700

1L
56.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen St Albans

01727224916 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,400

Finance available £98 pm

1.6L
100.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

OTR Motors

01612416878 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 1.4 TSI S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,495

Finance available £78 pm

1.4L
72.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wyke Motors

01274028135 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

2L
60.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MSC MOTORS LTD

01782917198 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£28,495

Finance available £565 pm

2L
30.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

L A MOTORS

07393778079 *

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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