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.

5,224 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2006 (06) - 3.2 V6 R32 4MOTION 3dr

Low Mileage

£12,000

3.2L
124.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

True Vehicle Sales

01284334029 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.9 BlueMotion TDI Estate 5-Door

£1,195

1.9L
171.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

AR Cars

01254947703 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£18,950

Finance available £369 pm

2L
70.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cambridgeshire Motor House LTD

01733666971 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTI 2.0L PETROL AUTOMATIC, 5 SEATER, ULEZ, FRESH IMPORT, VE

Low Mileage

£10,250

2L
63.6K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Autos

01708205279 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 GT TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG 5DR Semi Automatic

Reduced

£8,990

2L
54.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Deepdale Motor Company

01772376077 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£17,995

Finance available £372 pm

1.4L
35.5K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Just Audi VW

01522459180 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,994

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
53.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG 6 month warranty

Low Mileage

£10,695

Finance available £217 pm

1.6L
52.6K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Sterling 8 Ltd

01614700128 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - Match 1.5 TSI 115ps 6-Speed Manual 5 Door Manual

£21,401

1.5L
16.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bristol

01172331336 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.0 TSI Match BlueMotion Edition 5d 5-Door

Low Mileage

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1L
52.5K
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Manual
Hatchback

Getmycarsold.co.uk - Maidenhead

01628367786 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - R MK8 2.0 TSI 4Motion 320PS DSG 5 Dr

£28,259

2L
38.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Southampton

02380017658 *

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

£14,950

Finance available £286 pm

1.5L
64.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cartime Rochdale

01615298277 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£20,999

Finance available £411 pm

1.5L
15.7K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorplus Car Supermarket

01633742350 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s)

£11,899

Finance available £229 pm

2L
79.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Aylesbury

01296320383 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,790

Finance available £292 pm

1.6L
32.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cars2 Wakefield MG

01942365186 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2002 (02) - 1.9 GT TDI 130 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,390

1.9L
145.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

HSH CAR SALES LTD

01282501611 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

1.4L
39.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Stevenage Cars

01438908360 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - TSI Life 5-Door

£16,490

1.5L
28.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Victoria Motor Company

01495361713 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr - £20 Road Tax

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

2L
101.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Maximum Car Supermarket

02392002264 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 Tsi R Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 s/s 150 Ps

£20,999

1.5L
31.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Tustain Motors Berwick

01289543249 *

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 2016)

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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