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 Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (220 p

Low Mileage

£14,000

2L
52.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hammond Cars Norwich

01603937224 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.0 eTSI Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,195

Finance available £376 pm

1L
14.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Range Manchester

01618048254 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 1.4 Petrol Automatic CC TSI 5 Seats 5dr ULEZ Free

Low Mileage

£5,495

1.4L
44.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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02037637078 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£20,750

Finance available £406 pm

2L
85.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

DG Cars & 4X4 LTD

02890023125 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI BMT SE 2dr + 35 TAX / DAB / BLUETOOTH / CRUISE / CLIMATE

£4,875

1.6L
100.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Nick King Car Sales (Gloucester)

01452227299 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 Golf Match Edition TSi Evo 5dr

£12,888

Finance available £266 pm

1.5L
54.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Jct9

01932509935 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr DSG

£14,850

Finance available £265 pm

2L
74.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Drew Baxter Cars

02866330744 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (11) - 1.4 TSI SE DSG Euro 5 5dr

£8,249

Finance available £162 pm

1.4L
20.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (62) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,069

1.4L
101.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cheadle Car Sales

01613887701 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,498

1.5L
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2001 (Y) - Avantgarde 2.0 Auto 2-Door

Low Mileage

£6,995

2L
125.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

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01788221946 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG

£6,750

2L
122.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Chilton Motoring

01296324583 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - GTI MK8.5 Facelift 2.0 TSI (265ps) DSG + CLICK AND COLLECT Automatic 5-Door

Low Mileage

£33,999

2L
4.3K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Swansea)

01792739752 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI 5-Door

£13,490

Finance available £279 pm

2L
82.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Whitley Bay Motors LTD

01916075847 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£20,247

1.5L
15.6K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Reading

01189077016 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.4 SE TSI 3d 121 BHP 3-Door

Low Mileage

£3,750

1.4L
84.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hearsall Common Car Sales

02475105300 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£21,998

1.5L
9.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Ayr)

01292431680 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG [Nav]

£13,990

Finance available £290 pm

2L
68.4K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Top Gear Motors

02881440371 *

Volkswagen Golf(18) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,300

71.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

MEBTRONIC LTD

01733666891 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s)

Reduced

£12,990

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2L
41.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

gaston gate garage

01483917782 *

4.3/5 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 2016)

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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