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.

5,132 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG Automatic

Reduced

£19,299

Finance available £376 pm

2L
18.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Ian Grieve (Falkirk) Ltd

01324374136 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£10,280

Finance available £211 pm

1.5L
83.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ponko

01223857211 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£6,120

Finance available £114 pm

1.4L
102.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AAM OXFORD CARS LTD

01865411694 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£27,999

Finance available £591 pm

2L
4.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Peterborough

01733797063 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr DSG

£12,950

Finance available £267 pm

1.6L
77.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Campbell Trade Sales

02890023194 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (130ps) R-Line EVO

Low Mileage

£22,492

1.5L
15.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Hedge End

01489661105 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (63) - 1.4 TSI SE BLUEMOTION 5-Door

£7,499

Finance available £145 pm

1.4L
94.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bexhill Motors Dorset Road

01424230370 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.0 TSI Match BlueMotion Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,950

Finance available £245 pm

1L
36.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

NW Kehoe & Sons

02830447169 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,895

Finance available £393 pm

1.5L
31.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Range Liverpool

01515417938 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,797

Finance available £152 pm

1.6L
109.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

EVM Sports and Prestige

01613887697 *

4.3/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£23,149

Finance available £480 pm

2L
32.6K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£15,990

2L
59.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Nuneaton

02476930658 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

£14,298

2L
93.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Nottingham Motorstore / Vanstore

01158964024 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Reduced

£24,479

Finance available £482 pm

2L
35.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Autopoint

01436647028 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,590

Finance available £80 pm

2L
98.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

CH Car Sales

02890023206 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£27,999

Finance available £591 pm

2L
4.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Oldbury

01217525220 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,000

Finance available £89 pm

1.4L
108.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

JNB Motors Ltd

01708205569 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£25,998

1.5L
2.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Sydenham

01414839958 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - Golf R 2.0 TSI 300PS 6-Speed DSG + REAR CAM + MY17 WINTER PACK/DISCONAV + D 5-Door

Low Mileage

£18,992

2L
47.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Hedge End

01489661105 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - MK8 2.0 TSI (320ps) R 4Motion DSG Estate 5-Door

£30,990

2L
22.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

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 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 (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 5dr DSG

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