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 (22) - 1.0 eTSI MHEV Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

£16,225

Finance available £291 pm

1L
34.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO GT 5dr

£13,498

1.5L
59.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Greenock

01475601914 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£15,950

Finance available £334 pm

2L
73.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

A1 Autos

02890023133 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - MK8 Hatch 5Dr 1.4 TSI 204ps eHybrid Style DSG

Low Mileage

£19,297

1.4L
22.7K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps) - REVERSE

Low Mileage

£25,573

Finance available £516 pm

2L
20.3K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,450

Finance available £301 pm

1.5L
76.0K
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Manual
Hatchback

FM MOTORS GB LTD

02039484610 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 2.0 TDi 140 BlueMotion Tech GT 5dr [Leather]

Reduced

£3,995

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2L
131.0K
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Hatchback

Affordable Cars and Commercials

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Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI Match 5dr

Reduced

£6,250

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2L
128.8K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MK Motors LTD

02830447161 *

Volkswagen Golf2006 - 3.2 V6 R32 4MOTION 3dr DSG

Low Mileage

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

3.2L
59.0K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

Empire Autos NI

02890023547 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr DSG

£13,024

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1.6L
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Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£21,450

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2L
52.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

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02879441906 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

1.6L
36.1K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

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02894339938 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

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£19,950

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2L
47.6K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

McGrath Motors

02886273065 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 2.0 TDI 200 4Motion 5dr DSG

£33,490

Finance available £667 pm

2L
24.1K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

Camberley Volkswagen

01276543130 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.0 TSI 110 SE [Nav] 5dr

£7,695

1L
101.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,799

Finance available £280 pm

1.4L
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Automatic
Hatchback

Sandles Car Supermarket

01553601835 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

£12,100

Finance available £248 pm

2L
102.9K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Westbrook Car Sales

01733794312 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,899

Finance available £340 pm

1.5L
22.1K
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Hatchback

Thurlow Nunn Beccles

01502440598 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - e-Golf 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

48.0K
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Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Quay

01283244020 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5door 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£21,990

Finance available £431 pm

2L
37.0K
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Hatchback

Cherry Tree Cars

01482947563 *

0/5 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 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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