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.

5,322 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,998

1.5L
39.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Leeds Roseville Road)

01134689402 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr DSG

£16,495

Finance available £346 pm

2L
47.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

FK Car Sales

02825440922 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,195

Finance available £295 pm

1.4L
27.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Atherstone Garage

01827215683 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI SE 5dr

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

2L
114.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

White Rose Cars

01134676154 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 p

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

2L
121.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Driven Automotive Sales Ltd

01780431441 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG [Nav]

Low Mileage

£13,999

Finance available £290 pm

1.4L
33.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Trafford

01616969155 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245

£18,028

Finance available £388 pm

1.4L
39.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - Style 1.5 TSI 150ps 6-Speed Manual 5 Door

£26,495

1.5L
4.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Specialist Cars Volkswagen Kirkcaldy

01592805181 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Reduced

£17,999

Finance available £349 pm

1.5L
32.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

DS Cars

02894338808 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,925

Finance available £177 pm

2L
64.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Campbell Trade Sales

02890023194 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.6 TDI Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,595

1.6L
44.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

2L
68.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MB Motors

02825440802 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.6L
73.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

J26 Vans & Trucks Limited

01156977778 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£15,348

1.5L
53.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Newbury

01635959570 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Estate 5dr Petrol DSG 4MOTION Euro 6 (s/s) (300 p

Low Mileage

£15,990

Finance available £335 pm

2L
72.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Car City UK Catterick

01748900779 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£9,299

1.6L
80.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Pinetree Car Superstore Tonypandy

01443806091 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£25,850

Finance available £511 pm

2L
32.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

U-First Used Cars

02894330831 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,479

Finance available £421 pm

1.5L
20.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

SHEPSHED FORD

01509277046 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,000

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
96.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hounslow Cars Ltd

02039537374 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (Z4) - 1.4 TSI S Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (122 ps)

Low Mileage

£3,495

Finance available £56 pm

1.4L
95.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

LMS Motors Ltd

01865596842 *

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 (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 3dr DSG

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