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.

5,197 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£46,743

Finance available £899 pm

2L
25.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,000

Finance available £201 pm

2L
115.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Norton Car Sales Limited

01616720268 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,690

2L
99.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Elton Cars Ltd

01733666869 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - Mark 8 Facelift Black Edition 1.5 TSI (150ps) + TECH/PARKING PACK Manual 5-Door

£29,998

Finance available £596 pm

1.5L
3.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Swansea)

01792739752 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 3dr

Reduced

£2,495

2L
165.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Mania

01614700093 *

2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£27,999

Finance available £591 pm

2L
3.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Peterborough

01733797063 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£19,998

1.5L
41.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volvo (Inverness)

01463218772 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Reduced

£29,698

1.5L
525.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Ayr)

01292431680 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GT 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,695

Finance available £150 pm

2L
83.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

WMA VEHICLE HIRE AND SALES LIMITED

01913002068 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Reduced

£24,479

Finance available £482 pm

2L
35.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Autopoint

01436647028 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (61) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.4L
44.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

RTM MOTORS CARDIFF

02920025017 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Reduced

£7,500

Finance available £145 pm

2L
123.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

S AND T MOTOR CO LTD

01913002236 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.6 TDI GT Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps) 1 FORM

Reduced

£15,845

1.6L
35.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Lancaster

01524938891 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 Etsi Mhev Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid Dsg Euro 6 s/s 150 Ps

Low Mileage

£16,895

Finance available £348 pm

1.5L
27.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

EMG Motor Group Kings Lynn

01553605787 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 1.4 S 80 5dr [AC]

Low Mileage

£1,499

1.4L
127.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

New Street Autos

01212722016 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (220 p

Low Mileage

£14,410

2L
38.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carbase - Weston

01934313340 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

£20,343

1.5L
27.7K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Oxford Kidlington

01865956226 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,450

Finance available £144 pm

1.6L
88.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Brian McManus Car Sales Ltd

02890021675 *

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

£9,495

1.6L
82.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Wavertree Car Centre

01513189401 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 p

£9,323

Finance available £190 pm

2L
110.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Carbase - Weston

01934313340 *

4.5/5 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 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 (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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