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.

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Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,788

Finance available £196 pm

1.4L
80.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Traders

02037808158 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2008 - 3.2 V6 R32 DSG 4Motion 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,495

3.2L
71.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Woodcroft Motors

01642030069 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£14,780

1.5L
46.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125

£7,485

Finance available £145 pm

1.4L
88.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Absolute Car Co

01794331245 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.0 TSI 115 Match 5dr DSG

£13,998

1L
58.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Bathgate

01506353072 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£16,950

Finance available £356 pm

1.5L
27.3K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2010 - GERMAN REG+50k Miles +LHD LEFT HAND DRIVE+VW VOLKSWAGEN GOLF PLUS+MOT 04/26 5-Door

Low Mileage

£5,995

1.6L
50.3K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

UK LEFT HAND DRIVE

01922665550 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 R-LINE TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 3d 148 BHP 3-Door

£11,700

2L
72.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Radley Motor Company

01217288665 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£20,990

Finance available £411 pm

2L
62.0K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Panacea Motors Ltd

01616727308 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£17,099

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2L
34.2K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01452227360 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 85kW e-Golf 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£8,199

Finance available £161 pm

37.4K
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Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£18,998

1.5L
12.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Milton Keynes

01416118716 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

2L
101.5K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Wixford Motor Company Ltd

01217525788 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 2.0 Golf GT BlueMotion Technology TDI Semi-Auto 5dr

£5,495

2L
131.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE SAT NAV £20 ROAD TAX **12 MONTHS WARRAN 5-Door

£5,495

1.6L
155.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

GY Cars LTD

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,498

1.5L
9.7K
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Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

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Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG [Performance Pack]

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£14,895

Finance available £310 pm

2L
69.0K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

Lakeside Autos

02890023124 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (60) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,595

2L
104.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Tamebridge Cars Ltd

01642049641 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s)

£8,779

Finance available £174 pm

2L
80.9K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Shahz Cars Ltd

01525308852 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

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£20,498

1.5L
12.2K
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Wishaw)

01698537718 *

4.7/5 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 3dr DSG

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