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.

5,132 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£19,049

Finance available £391 pm

2L
43.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch

01482697731 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,440

Finance available £233 pm

1.4L
71.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Wembley Prestige Cars

02037803372 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (I3) - 1.6 MATCH TDI 5d 114 BHP 5-Door

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

1.6L
66.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Darlington Car and Commercials

01325528553 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 Golf SE BlueMotion Technology TDI 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,490

Finance available £190 pm

1.6L
19.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Swaan Motors Ltd

01733667053 *

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

£14,875

Finance available £259 pm

1.5L
41.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 2.0TDI (150ps) Style DSG Automatic

Low Mileage

£19,999

Finance available £390 pm

2L
23.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Bridgend)

01656330795 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 2.0 TSI GTI (Leather) Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,789

Finance available £129 pm

2L
86.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorhub

01535281058 *

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

Low Mileage

£12,690

Finance available £261 pm

2L
68.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

SR Motors

01793268063 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,990

Finance available £357 pm

1.4L
83.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

East Kilbride Used Cars

01412601336 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - R DSG 5-Door

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

2L
80.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Reo Car Sales

01291441528 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE 5dr [Nav]

Low Mileage

£15,499

Finance available £317 pm

1.5L
12.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Motorpoint Newport

01633493027 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - MK7 Facelift 2.0 TDI GT Edition 150PS DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£17,599

Finance available £341 pm

2L
31.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Moonstone Grey Eu

£16,995

Finance available £357 pm

1.4L
75.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Brooklands Cars

01536211977 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,250

Finance available £318 pm

1.5L
46.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Grayswood Cars

01428771375 *

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

£9,495

Finance available £190 pm

1L
77.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Elmbank Motor Company

01292430978 *

Volkswagen Golf2006 - 3.2 V6 R32 DSG 4Motion 3dr

Low Mileage

£8,795

Finance available £174 pm

3.2L
103.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Shop For Cars

01582344808 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (72) - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

£31,995

Finance available £637 pm

2L
29.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

L A MOTORS

07393778079 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

100

Low Mileage

£24,495

Finance available £483 pm

2L
16.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Peverel car company ltd

01245204345 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (70) - 2.0 Golf GTi TSi Semi-Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£27,490

2L
29.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Phantom Motor Company

01942365271 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI GTD 3dr DSG

Low Mileage

£11,650

Finance available £238 pm

2L
71.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Ratcliffe Car Sales

02890026912 *

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 (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 (2016 to 2020)

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
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

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