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 (16) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£14,400

Finance available £299 pm

2L
80.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

St Clements Cars

01553605040 *

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

Low Mileage

£17,488

1.5L
27.7K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 1.4 Twist 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,495

1.4L
92.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01158967434 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI GTD 3dr DSG

£13,195

Finance available £272 pm

2L
72.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MCautosales

02879440626 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.0 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,999

Finance available £246 pm

1L
52.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01918144196 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (53) - 3.2 R32 5dr Hatchback Manual Petrol

£19,995

Finance available £390 pm

3.2L
26.7K
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Petrol
Manual
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W R Car Sales Limited

01274087616 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,989

Finance available £238 pm

1.5L
33.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Store Northampton

01604343556 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£15,700

1.5L
91.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carworld Superstore

01733978043 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 Golf SE Nav TDI BlueMotion Technology 5dr

£7,810

Finance available £152 pm

1.6L
99.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

RallySport Automotive Limited

01206489764 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,995

Finance available £411 pm

2L
44.7K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2024 (64) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,295

Finance available £335 pm

2L
52.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG [Nav]

Low Mileage

£13,949

Finance available £281 pm

1.4L
44.1K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

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01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.0 TSI Active 5dr

£17,576

1L
29.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01472806814 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

£16,749

Finance available £341 pm

1.5L
43.3K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£23,900

Finance available £409 pm

2L
34.8K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (74) - R 2.0 TSI 4MOTION DSG 5-Door

Reduced

£45,495

Finance available £914 pm

2L
245.0
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - GTI 2.0 TSI 300ps ClubSport DSG Auto 2025 5-Door

Low Mileage

£44,500

Finance available £894 pm

2L
700.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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01766800157 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.0 TSI 115 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,999

Finance available £179 pm

1L
31.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

ALIZ WORLD LIMITED

01582342206 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,650

Finance available £327 pm

1.6L
9.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Mac Motors

02890023774 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£28,330

Finance available £561 pm

2L
99.0
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

Phillips (Lisburn) Ltd

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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 (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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