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 Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI GT 3dr

£5,495

Finance available £100 pm

2L
138.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Marsh Lane Car Sales and Repairs Ltd

01952984345 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£21,498

1.5L
21.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Stirling)

01786232223 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£12,290

1.5L
44.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Keywise Cars Ltd

01392344397 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 1.4 TSI S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,495

Finance available £78 pm

1.4L
72.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wyke Motors

01274028135 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,770

1.6L
39.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Stockport

01616945314 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI 333 R Black Edition 4Motion 5dr DSG **19' ALLOYS, PAN ROOF, WINTER

£43,990

2L
2.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) H

£17,742

Finance available £351 pm

1.5L
32.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Co

01616945324 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 GTD 184 BHP BlueMotion Tech EUR0 6 ULEZ COMPLIANT 5-Door

£11,999

Finance available £246 pm

2L
99.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Bryncethin Trade Centre

01656332737 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI R 5-Door

£19,999

Finance available £390 pm

2L
74.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Chastons Motor Company Limited

01495360311 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - GT EDITION TSI EVO 5-Door

Reduced

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

1.5L
57.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ticehurst Motors Ltd

01580238472 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr DSG

£2,493

2L
188.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

AIC Motors

01213872407 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Reduced

£20,698

1.5L
9.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.5 TSI MATCH (115PS) 5-Door

£22,991

1.5L
11.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Hedge End

01489661105 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDi Diesel Match DSG Automatic 5-Door From £6,495 + Retail Package

Reduced

£6,495

1.6L
98.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Hesketh Cars

01253201512 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 3.2 V6 R32 DSG 4Motion 3dr

Reduced

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

3.2L
56.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Berkshire Car Planet Limited

01753968045 *

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 Golf2020 (70) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

£8,990

70.7K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Carworld Supermarket

01733794246 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£7,294

Finance available £141 pm

1.6L
94.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Martin Smith Commercial Motors LLP

01582342116 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match Edition 5dr

£11,349

Finance available £224 pm

1.6L
71.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1.6L
64.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cars Of Conwy Car Centre (Junction)

01492551634 *

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 2020)

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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