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 Golf2013 (13) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (140 p

Low Mileage

£7,500

Finance available £145 pm

1.4L
94.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Zeus Cars Limited

01234237525 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£33,998

2L
11.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Bristol

01416118398 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI SE 5dr

Reduced

£4,295

Finance available £74 pm

2L
152.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Cars of Kinson

01202001903 *

2.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£16,495

Finance available £360 pm

1.5L
36.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Range Manchester

01618048254 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 - 1.6 FSI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,995

1.6L
115.8K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01582344808 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.0 TSI S Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£12,950

Finance available £272 pm

1L
27.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carbase - Weston

01934313340 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI R 5-Door

Low Mileage

£22,695

Finance available £446 pm

2L
34.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Baytree Car Sales

01406430108 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.4 TSI SE 5DR HATCHBACK

£1,590

1.4L
173.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

WMC

01212706882 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr Petrol Hatchback

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£16,156

1.5L
23.6K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu MINI Durham

01918146387 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2006 (56) - 2.0 Sport TDI 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,995

2L
119.9K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

IAC Cars Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO GT 3-Door

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£12,995

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1.5L
36.8K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TSI R 2dr DSG Automatic

Low Mileage

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

2L
30.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

D M Keith Select Bradford

01274089129 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£23,758

1.5L
16.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01724708058 *

Volkswagen Golf1.8 GTi 3dr

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£4,595

Finance available £80 pm

1.8L
42.0K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Atlan Motors (London) Ltd

02038895374 *

5/5 Stars

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

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
73.6K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Bellboy Cars

01477410105 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.0 TSI 110 SE [Nav] 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1L
40.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Crawford Cars

02892448214 *

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

Low Mileage

£23,483

Finance available £472 pm

2L
25.2K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Gloucester

01452227227 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

Reduced

£34,490

1.4L
4.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 99kW e-Golf 35kWh 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£11,799

Finance available £241 pm

27.3K
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Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

MW MOTOR GROUP LTD

01164784157 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,490

Finance available £257 pm

2L
103.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Auto Globe Limited

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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 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 (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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