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.

5,270 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE (Nav) 5dr DSG

Reduced

£12,750

1.4L
37.1K
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Listers Honda Northampton

01604343516 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£14,200

Finance available £295 pm

1.5L
34.8K
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Hatchback

drivedirect Leamington Spa

01926569991 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£18,495

Finance available £359 pm

1.5L
39.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Basingstoke Volkswagen

01256634772 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£15,950

Finance available £334 pm

2L
73.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

A1 Autos

02890023133 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI GT Edition 5dr DSG

£11,499

Finance available £235 pm

2L
73.6K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

FHL Automotive

01234237529 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 Tsi R Hatchback 5dr Petrol Dsg 4motion Euro 6 s/s 300 Ps

Low Mileage

£23,799

Finance available £499 pm

2L
33.3K
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Hatchback

EMG Motor Group Haverhill

01440840870 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (150ps) R-Line EVO

Low Mileage

£22,195

1.5L
8.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Specialist Cars Dunfermline

01383347079 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 (58) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,495

2L
123.1K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

GR Car Sales

02392006046 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI Style Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£16,700

Finance available £283 pm

2L
52.1K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 TSI 204 Style eHybrid 5dr DSG Hatchback

£29,995

1.5L
2.7K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Mansfield

01312025167 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£21,091

1.4L
18.0K
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Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Honda Blackburn

01254781192 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£38,450

Finance available £769 pm

2L
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Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - Golf Match Tdi Dsg 5-Door

Low Mileage

£3,495

Finance available £56 pm

1.6L
107.3K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Atlantic Motorzone Ltd

01782986888 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£7,444

39.1K
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Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Stellantis &You Chingford

02039577333 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI Life 5dr DSG + 17' NOTTINGHAM ALLOYS Automatic

Low Mileage

£23,399

1.5L
7.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Sinclair Volkswagen (Swansea)

01792739752 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GT 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,695

Finance available £150 pm

2L
83.1K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

WMA VEHICLE HIRE AND SALES LIMITED

01913002068 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£14,399

1.5L
59.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Affordable Cars Prestige Car Supermarket

01904238447 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

1.5L
31.6K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SERE Lisburn

02892791416 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£13,149

Finance available £255 pm

2L
80.6K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Aylesbury

01296320383 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI GTD BlueLine Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

2L
111.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Wixford Motor Company Ltd

01217525788 *

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 (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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