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.

5,266 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.0 TSI Active 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,998

1L
22.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore / BYD (Linwood)

01414736404 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI 150 Active 5dr

£17,490

1.5L
42.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Coventry

02476936618 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£17,495

Finance available £339 pm

1.5L
89.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Clear Car Group Ltd

01616696927 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) Manual

Low Mileage

£17,998

1.5L
12.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sherwoods Town Centre Citroen, Fiat & Abarth

01918237779 *

4.8/5 Stars

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

£33,950

Finance available £677 pm

2L
17.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf1989 (G) - 1.8 Clipper 2dr

Low Mileage

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.8L
123.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Convertible

Chess Valley Autos

01494296482 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.4 TSI GTE Advance 5dr DSG

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£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

1.4L
70.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

M.J.S Cars LTD

02890023227 *

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

£14,999

1.5L
43.3K
Miles
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Manual
Hatchback

Rushmores

02083141020 *

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

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£9,790

Finance available £196 pm

1.5L
105.5K
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Hatchback

Hulton Motors

01204939633 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£7,999

Finance available £156 pm

1.6L
115.1K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

MH Prestige Limited

01274087579 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI GTD 3-Door

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£10,495

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2L
82.2K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Lodge Hill Garage Ltd

01865411815 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.0 TSI 115 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,198

1L
44.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Wishaw)

01698537718 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£21,998

1.5L
15.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Colchester

01414839928 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s)

Low Mileage

£16,995

Finance available £357 pm

2L
67.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

N K Car Sales Ltd

01143086541 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (60) - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,999

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
79.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Kernow Kars Ltd

01326330754 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - ADIDAS EDITION 2.0 DSG + RARE MODEL + 77K+ ULEZ+ PEARLESCENT WHITE + PETROL 5-Door

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

2L
77.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Mexus

02037639082 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Estate 5dr Auto Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£11,795

1.5L
81.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Wavertree Car Centre

01513189401 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.0 eTSI MHEV Life DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,490

Finance available £311 pm

1L
34.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Estate

Penton Citroen and DS Poole

01202110991 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 8 GTI Clubsport 2.0TSI 300PS 7-speed DSG 5 Dr

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£27,995

2L
20.7K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Specialist Cars Dunfermline

01383347079 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr

£18,950

Finance available £369 pm

2L
53.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Lismenary Motors

02893448902 *

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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