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.

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Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,750

Finance available £385 pm

2L
34.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

My First Car

01562547643 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 Golf Match TSi Evo 5dr

£12,990

1.5L
55.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Liberty Green Cars

01329559706 *

3.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.4L
86.7K
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Manual
Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Worksop

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Volkswagen Golf2018 (04) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5dr ULEZ EURO 6 High spec Rev camera Virtual dash

Low Mileage

£8,999

Finance available £179 pm

1.5L
39.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£13,990

1.5L
80.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carworld Supermarket

01733794246 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£25,750

Finance available £508 pm

1.5L
275.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Phillips (Lisburn) Ltd

02892791480 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr [Performance Pack]

£11,495

Finance available £234 pm

2L
94.0K
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Hatchback

Coopers Cars (South West) Limited

01278555831 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£26,498

1.5L
6.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Exeter

01414839930 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 1.4 TSI S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,495

Finance available £78 pm

1.4L
72.2K
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Hatchback

Wyke Motors

01274028135 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 1.6 MATCH FSI 5-Door

£2,995

1.6L
159.3K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Lottbridge Motoring Centre Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI 204 Style eHybrid 5dr DSG

£31,224

1.5L
3.4K
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Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Milton Keynes

01908926622 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - MK8 1.0 eTSI Life EVO (110ps) DSG Estate 5-Door

Reduced

£18,443

1L
21.9K
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Estate

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - TSI BlueMotion Tech Match 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.4L
78.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MV SALES UK LTD TA Motor Vision

01275409894 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,988

Finance available £335 pm

2L
61.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

UP PRESTIGE LTD

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Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,900

Finance available £242 pm

1.5L
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Hatchback

Big Motoring World Cannock

01543221765 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£20,850

Finance available £453 pm

1.5L
14.3K
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Hatchback

Thurlow Nunn Luton

01582211307 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.0 TSI Active Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,550

Finance available £313 pm

1L
20.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,369

Finance available £376 pm

2L
41.8K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Store Manchester

01616944756 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 S 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
54.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cathedral Road Car Sales

02837440625 *

Volkswagen Golf2006 (56) - 2.0 TFSI GTI 3dr

Low Mileage

£3,650

Finance available £59 pm

2L
121.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AUTOMOTIVE PRESTIGE LTD

01162162548 *

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 (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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