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 Golf2022 - MK8 Hatch 5-Dr 1.5 eTSI (150ps) Style EVO DSG Automatic

Low Mileage

£20,915

1.5L
11.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Capitol Volkswagen Merthyr Tydfil

01685701249 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2002 - 1.8T GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual (192 g/km, 150 bhp)

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.8L
141.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

HR Cars

01494927722 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,299

Finance available £297 pm

1.5L
36.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FOW Trafford

01616969155 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 - SE TSI DSG+AUTOMATIC+FULL HISTORY+LOW INSURANCE +3M WARRANTY 5-Door

Low Mileage

£5,310

Finance available £96 pm

1.4L
77.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

GL1 Car Sales

01452224639 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 Golf R TSi 4Motion Semi-Auto 4WD 5dr

Low Mileage

£32,450

Finance available £646 pm

2L
17.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

torquepoint

01908765737 *

0/5 Stars

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

£11,767

2L
79.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Approved

01633741231 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (60)

£6,900

Finance available £132 pm

1.4L
39.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

A7 Cars Ltd

01164787049 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£18,975

Finance available £377 pm

1.5L
27.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Car Co

01616945324 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - SE TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG-AUTOMATIC-FULL SERVICE HISTORY-LOW MILEAGE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£6,999

Finance available £134 pm

1.6L
97.2K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Eco Motors

01270444032 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - GTD TDI DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£24,999

2L
22.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Browns of Richmond

01748901679 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£6,989

Finance available £134 pm

2L
119.1K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Geeling Motor Company

01527917833 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (63) - 1.4 TSi DSG Automatic ESTATE 65000 Miles. PETROL ULEZ Free. PX OK 5-Door

Low Mileage

£6,990

Finance available £134 pm

1.4L
65.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

mhas

02038056893 *

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

Low Mileage

£25,500

Finance available £431 pm

2L
16.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

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

Reduced

£20,450

Finance available £400 pm

2L
47.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

McGrath Motors

02886273065 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI Life 5dr DSG

£25,998

1.5L
9.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Stirling)

01786232264 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Reduced

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

2L
84.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

N K Car Sales Ltd

01143086541 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£25,235

1.5L
5.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Harlow

01279598864 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

£10,250

Finance available £207 pm

2L
85.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Evelan Car Sales

02890023161 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 8 GTE 1.4 TSI 245PS 6-speed DSG 5 Door

Reduced

£20,999

1.4L
9.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Hedge End

01489661105 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

£15,948

Finance available £334 pm

2L
82.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

Revitupukcom

01244268811 *

4/5 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 5dr DSG

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