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.

5,065 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2012 - SE TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 2-Door

Reduced

£3,995

1.6L
92.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

SLD Autos

01443801332 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI SE 5dr

£7,150

Finance available £137 pm

2L
95.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Brian McManus Car Sales Ltd

02890021675 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - MATCH EDITION TDI BMT 5-Door

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

2L
104.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Reo Car Sales

01291441528 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG [Nav]

Low Mileage

£11,980

Finance available £245 pm

2L
44.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Northwest Cars And Commercials Ltd

01614139834 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£17,081

1.5L
31.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

£9,599

52.2K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Cartime Bury

01613887693 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr Man, diesel, black + zero road tax

Low Mileage

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
54.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

JTC Motors LTD

01752423585 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s)

Low Mileage

£16,490

2L
58.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FJ Chalke Nissan Yeovil

01935311784 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 Golf GTi TSi Semi-Auto 5dr

£27,950

Finance available £554 pm

2L
39.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

torquepoint

01908765737 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match 5dr DSG

£13,998

1.5L
61.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Inverness Citroen / Peugeot / Vanstore

01463213058 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£20,700

Finance available £371 pm

1.5L
18.4K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - Hatch GTE 1.5 TSI 272ps 6-Speed DSG 5 Door Auto

Low Mileage

£36,868

1.5L
1.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Letchworth

01462559198 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

£18,950

Finance available £369 pm

1.5L
32.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

DS Cars

02894338808 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£6,750

Finance available £128 pm

2L
120.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Drew Baxter Cars

02866330744 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Manual

Reduced

£16,499

Finance available £346 pm

1.5L
43.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Car Warehouse Swansea

01792001637 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.4L PETROL

Low Mileage

£4,200

Finance available £72 pm

1.4L
32.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
People Carrier

Jan London Trade Manchester

01216474048 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI GTD 3-Door

Low Mileage

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
82.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Lodge Hill Garage Ltd

01865411815 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 Golf SE BlueMotion Technology TDI 5dr

£7,999

Finance available £156 pm

2L
116.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Drive Dayles Ltd

01206355498 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£15,300

Finance available £267 pm

1.5L
38.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

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

£19,500

Finance available £345 pm

1.5L
28.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Cannock

01543221765 *

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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