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.

5,295 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£19,790

Finance available £386 pm

1.5L
17.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Farnham Volkswagen

01252916356 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,818

2L
53.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Newbury

01635959570 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - TDI Match 5-Door

£12,750

Finance available £263 pm

1.6L
60.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Abberton Car Sales

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Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD (Nav) Estate 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 p

£13,495

Finance available £279 pm

2L
78.0K
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Automatic
Estate

MSR PRESTIGE LTD

01254919241 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£22,404

Finance available £449 pm

1.5L
8.9K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Cannock

01543227664 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr Manual

£20,990

1.5L
14.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Neyland)

01646400240 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£15,949

Finance available £324 pm

2L
42.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01273121210 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,998

1.5L
19.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - TSI GT 2-Door

£4,195

Finance available £71 pm

1.4L
114.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Convertible

Liverpool Car Sales

01515411145 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (

Low Mileage

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

1.4L
50.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Drive City Cars Ltd

01616696923 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - e-Golf 5-Door

Low Mileage

£10,395

31.3K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Premier Car Supermarket Ltd

01283241542 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.0 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

£13,250

Finance available £274 pm

1L
59.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Georgesons Cars Latest Arrivals

01513329719 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - R-Line Tsi 5-Door

Low Mileage

£20,620

Finance available £438 pm

1.5L
13.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hippo Approved

01254445378 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - GTD TDI - 2 OWNERS - APPLE CAR PLAY - 12 MONTHS MOT 5-Door

£14,750

Finance available £307 pm

2L
71.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

George Kingsley Vehicle Sales

01206580921 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 2.0 TSI 333 R Black Edition 4Motion 5dr DSG

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£43,495

Finance available £873 pm

2L
5.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

L A MOTORS

07393778079 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£20,457

Finance available £444 pm

2L
47.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf1997 (P) - 1.8 2dr

Low Mileage

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.8L
113.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

Crave Motors Ltd

01793550959 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - (Sold) 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

£21,151

2L
54.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Anchor Vans

01182079095 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£10,499

Finance available £212 pm

1.6L
88.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Empressive Motor Company

01865591236 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£22,990

Finance available £452 pm

1.5L
22.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

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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