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.

5,240 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 Tsi 150 Style 5Dr

Low Mileage

£20,345

1.5L
9.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Volkswagen Teeside

01642573413 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,495

1.4L
37.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Winterslow Carriage Company

01794330109 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£17,099

Finance available £352 pm

1.5L
24.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Peterborough

01733797063 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£21,749

Finance available £454 pm

1.4L
33.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Widnes

01518322225 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG Automatic

£19,300

1.4L
28.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

01452227271 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.6 TDI Match Edition 5dr

£8,295

Finance available £163 pm

1.6L
96.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Specialist Vehicle Rental

01217287127 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.4 TSI SE Cabriolet 2dr Convertible

Low Mileage

£3,195

1.4L
101.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

Autohub Leeds

01134676319 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,998

1.5L
35.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Fiat (Dunfermline)

01383660626 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1.4L
43.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SIMPSON MOTORS

01383347764 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

£20,995

2L
63.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Enkae Prestige Motors

01484240747 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (61) - 1.4 TSI DSG AUTOMATIC ULEZ 5-Door

Low Mileage

£6,990

Finance available £134 pm

1.4L
41.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Left Hand Drive Place

01256679126 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

£17,990

Finance available £349 pm

2L
37.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Gatehouse Used Car Sales

01296791922 *

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

Reduced

£8,399

Finance available £165 pm

1.4L
70.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

M ONE MOTORS LTD

02030025728 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (64)

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
50.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

Your Motor Company

01313702493 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr Diesel Hatchback

£18,737

2L
46.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Harrogate

01423396103 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£22,998

2L
20.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Edinburgh Seafield Motorstore / Vanstore

01316034404 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 5dr 1.5TSi Match

Low Mileage

£22,995

1.5L
2.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Frosts Used Cars Shoreham-by-Sea

01273093609 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£11,990

Finance available £246 pm

1.6L
54.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

NeilKieran Automotive

01325525221 *

Volkswagen Golf1996 - 2.0 GTi 3dr

Low Mileage

£5,495

2L
132.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mansfield Auto Exchange

01623709494 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD 3-Door

Reduced

£5,695

2L
154.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

NATIONAL VEHICLE SUPPLIERS LTD

01182270649 *

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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