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.

5,109 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,990

2L
113.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Ace4Cars LTD

01217287421 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,900

Finance available £326 pm

1.5L
20.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£22,549

Finance available £467 pm

1.5L
11.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,298

1.6L
43.7K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore / BYD (Linwood)

01414736404 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£21,849

Finance available £456 pm

1.5L
11.2K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Portsmouth

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

£6,600

Finance available £125 pm

1.4L
85.0K
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Manual
Hatchback

Koybus Limited

01277286733 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TDI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£25,990

Finance available £491 pm

2L
50.0
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£13,799

Finance available £286 pm

2L
64.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

CarScene Ltd

01603337277 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps) - LED - BLUETOOTH - PAR

Low Mileage

£11,172

Finance available £214 pm

20.5K
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Carsa Shrewsbury

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Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.4 TSI GTE Advance 5dr DSG

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£13,995

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1.4L
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI 105 S 5dr

£2,650

1.6L
169.7K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

2k Motor Group

01733797035 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

£11,500

Finance available £235 pm

1.6L
93.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

John McHugh Car Sales

02881440370 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,999

Finance available £390 pm

2L
51.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Rom Motors Ltd

01455240096 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.6L
78.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

SM Motors NI

02827440451 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£19,199

Finance available £394 pm

1.5L
29.1K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,490

Finance available £279 pm

2L
57.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - TDI BlueMotion Tech Match 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

2L
74.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Abberton Car Sales

01206879441 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,899

Finance available £370 pm

1.5L
6.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Peterborough

01733797063 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr

Reduced

£27,998

2L
18.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Life DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£16,997

Finance available £343 pm

2L
30.8K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Barnsley

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4.7/5 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 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 5dr DSG

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