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.

5,108 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

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

Low Mileage

£19,525

Finance available £389 pm

1.5L
21.3K
Miles
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Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Shrewsbury

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Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

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£9,200

1.4L
46.2K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Oxford Automotive

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Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

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£32,490

1.4L
6.9K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£25,220

Finance available £541 pm

2L
23.6K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£21,698

1.5L
25.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Colchester

01414839928 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI S Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£10,599

1.6L
51.5K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

HPL Motors Oldham

01612416881 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 TDI SE 5dr

£3,695

2L
132.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Amayr Car Sales

02920028833 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 3dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps

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£8,995

2L
44.6K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

C M Car Sales

01773303785 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
77.9K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

M & N Davies Car Sales

01829700459 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

£29,300

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2L
23.4K
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Hatchback

Kingsbridge

01904237124 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.6 TDI Match Edition 5dr

£14,495

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1.6L
47.5K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Estate 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£14,195

1.5L
81.2K
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Estate

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI GTD BlueLine DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,450

Finance available £256 pm

2L
93.5K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Marvello Trading

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Volkswagen Golf2024 (16) - 1.2 TSi DSG Automatic (Low 65,700 Miles) 5dr hatchback. TopSpec . PX OK

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£8,790

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1.2L
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Hatchback

mhas

02038056893 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr [Leather]

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£2,295

2L
140.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

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£30,995

Finance available £616 pm

2L
24.4K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

Basingstoke Volkswagen

01256634772 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,998

1.5L
15.9K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Doncaster)

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£18,290

Finance available £355 pm

1.5L
47.3K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

Farnham Volkswagen

01252916356 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£17,990

1.4L
13.0K
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Penton Citroen Salisbury

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Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 2.0 TDI SE Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£12,490

Finance available £257 pm

2L
42.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

2US4CARS LTD

01706391380 *

4.8/5 Stars

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 (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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