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.

5,138 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£19,999

Finance available £416 pm

1.5L
10.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Peterborough

01733797063 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£10,750

Finance available £218 pm

2L
95.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

K Barclay Trade Cars

01633742301 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 2dr

Low Mileage

£5,695

Finance available £105 pm

1.6L
57.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Autocar Overseal Ltd

01283249155 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£20,495

1.5L
6.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motortrust UK Garstang

01942365158 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

Reduced

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

2L
109.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

I A PERFORMANCE 78 LTD TA EX POLICE CARS

01613887638 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI 265 GTI DSGÃ¢ DCC, Leather, Sunroof, trailer hitch, Black Pack, 5-Door

£45,989

Finance available £884 pm

2L
12.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£20,610

2L
12.5K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Bridgwater

01278555830 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£17,995

Finance available £349 pm

1.5L
53.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Crawford Clarke Cars

02890022258 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£18,000

Finance available £320 pm

1.5L
43.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Wimbledon

02038235453 *

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

£10,470

1.6L
85.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Manchester

01612417068 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

2L
99.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Sheffield Car Centre Ltd

01144786513 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 eTSI Life 5dr DSG

£13,995

1.5L
87.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Wolverhampton

01902544572 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI 150 GT Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£12,773

Finance available £263 pm

1.4L
58.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars To Go Ltd

01202051975 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,637

1.5L
26.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Prestige Cars Kent

01689669471 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.0 TSI SE Nav 3-Door

£6,980

Finance available £134 pm

1L
101.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

B C S LTD

01162162529 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI Match 5dr DSG

Reduced

£14,998

2L
44.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen/MG (Rutherglen)

01414839932 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£9,495

1.6L
82.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Wavertree Car Centre

01513189401 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (59) - 1.6 TDi S 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,995

1.6L
115.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Sam Car Sales

01274059194 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

2L
98.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

Elite Autos NI

02890023616 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,739

1.5L
36.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volvo Nottingham

01158384502 *

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 (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 3dr DSG

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