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 - 2.0 Golf GTD Semi-Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,495

Finance available £279 pm

2L
58.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Quay

01283244020 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 TSI DSG EURO 5 5dr HATCHBACK PETROL AUTOMATIC

Reduced

£11,000

Finance available £223 pm

2L
42.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

KLAW MOTORS

02039537452 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI RLOVELY IN WHITEUPGRADED ALLOYSLOWERED SUSPENSIONAFTERMARKET EXHAUS 3-Door

£20,390

Finance available £398 pm

2L
58.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Priddys Motor Company Ltd

01823218126 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£23,498

1.5L
21.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Bathgate

01506353072 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.0 TSI 115 SE [Nav] 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,498

1L
27.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414736428 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI Active 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£19,795

1.5L
22.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Wolverhampton

01902544572 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£13,998

1.5L
52.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Hyundai Mazda Used Cars (Linwood)

01414060040 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,899

Finance available £199 pm

1.4L
63.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

NYA AUTO SALES LTD

01215166160 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 SE 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£13,995

1.5L
26.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Harrogate

01423396103 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI R Estate 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

£21,063

Finance available £457 pm

2L
49.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (11

Reduced

£10,995

1.6L
49.8K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Stoneacre Doncaster

01302976044 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.0 eTSI Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,495

1L
13.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Range Manchester

01618048254 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG Auto

£27,290

2L
34.3K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen St Albans

01727224916 *

Volkswagen Golf1990 - 1.8 GTI 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,990

Finance available £179 pm

1.8L
145.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carz-4-U

01733666885 *

4.2/5 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 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 Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,449

Finance available £356 pm

2L
40.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£20,950

Finance available £410 pm

2L
47.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

McGrath Motors

02886273065 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,895

Finance available £221 pm

2L
86.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Luks car sales garage ltd

01162162323 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£27,995

Finance available £555 pm

2L
12.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carplex Ltd

01323396590 *

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 5dr DSG

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