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 Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,795

Finance available £331 pm

1.5L
41.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Crossroads Motors Challock

01233223700 *

3.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£7,800

Finance available £152 pm

1.4L
95.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Auto City Trader Ltd

01182274525 *

3.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

100

£12,950

Finance available £267 pm

1.5L
62.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

D N Trade Motors Ltd

01145537267 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£13,995

1.6L
25.2K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall SKODA Northampton

01604343534 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

£11,750

Finance available £240 pm

2L
82.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

A1 Autos

02890023133 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£15,049

Finance available £304 pm

2L
70.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01182078522 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.0 TSI 115 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,995

1L
38.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Hinckley

01455244504 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£20,999

Finance available £433 pm

1.5L
21.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01482697731 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD 5-Door

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £284 pm

2L
74.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cavendish UK Car Sales Limited

01787323385 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2008 (58) - 2.0 GT SPORT TDI 5d 168 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

2L
117.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

North East Part Exchange Centre Ltd

01916077185 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 Tsi Active Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 s/s 130 Ps

Reduced

£17,999

1.5L
23.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Pentagon Peugeot & Vauxhall (Burton)

01283241541 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1.5L
90.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cheadle Car Sales

01613887701 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT 5dr DSG

Reduced

£16,998

1.5L
26.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Stafford Motorstore / Vanstore / Electric Innovation Centre

01785550896 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,298

1.4L
37.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Stirling)

01786232264 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI SE 3dr

£6,850

Finance available £131 pm

2L
108.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MCautosales

02879440626 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 1.6 TDi 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,195

Finance available £94 pm

1.6L
67.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Vision Car Sales

01793550993 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech S Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps)

Low Mileage

£10,503

1.4L
28.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carbase - Weston

01934313340 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - SE 1.6 TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY just 59,000m, £20 tax+cambelt changed 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.6L
59.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cars of Chichester

01243216738 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.6L
79.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Moy Auto Services

02887448024 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£5,495

Finance available £100 pm

2L
98.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Silverstone Cars Limited

01708206414 *

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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