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.

5,286 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2019 - R-LINE TDI DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£18,495

Finance available £359 pm

2L
34.5K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Wynford Williams Car Sales

01970600150 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£20,742

Finance available £406 pm

1.5L
20.9K
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Hatchback

SHEPSHED FORD

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Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 Golf R TSi Semi-Auto 4WD 5dr

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£21,495

Finance available £421 pm

2L
23.8K
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Hatchback

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5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£26,498

1.5L
6.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Sydenham

01414839958 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£18,300

Finance available £327 pm

1.5L
26.2K
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Automatic
Hatchback

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01634557830 *

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

£2,700

1.6L
143.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Biddulph Auto

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Estate 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (122 ps)

£7,880

Finance available £154 pm

1.4L
91.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Car Capital Ltd

02038933681 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI R 4Motion 300ps DSG 5Dr

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£21,992

2L
46.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

£22,698

1.5L
12.9K
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Linwood)

01414068772 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 - 1.4 Auto 5dr Hatch

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.4L
44.2K
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Automatic
Not Supplied

The Small Car Company

02380017591 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 GT TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5d 148 BHP 5-Door

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2L
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Hatchback

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3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 2.0 TSI GTI TCR Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (290 ps) **Lovely Example -

£19,999

Finance available £390 pm

2L
80.0K
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Automatic
Hatchback

FMC Swansea Ltd

01792739469 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£18,310

1.5L
37.8K
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Manual
Hatchback

drivedirect Leamington Spa

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Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.0 TSI Match BlueMotion Edition 3dr

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£7,795

Finance available £152 pm

1L
84.0K
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Manual
Hatchback

The Motoring Point

01482422765 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

£15,498

1.5L
55.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Warrington Motorstore/Renault/Dacia/Vanstore

01925917350 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI Style Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,700

Finance available £347 pm

1.5L
16.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£12,489

Finance available £257 pm

1.6L
46.5K
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Hatchback

Select Motors GB

02037808222 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

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2L
94.0K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

Moyway Motors

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Volkswagen Golf2006 (06) - 2.0T GTI 3dr

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£6,991

2L
83.1K
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Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) - 17IN ALL

£16,559

Finance available £328 pm

1.5L
40.0K
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Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Towcester

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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 (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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