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 Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG

£18,950

Finance available £369 pm

1.4L
36.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.6 FSI S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,250

1.6L
104.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Resi Auto Sales Ltd

01254947357 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,749

Finance available £367 pm

1.5L
14.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Stockton-On-Tees

01642937531 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 (08) - 1.6 FSI Match 5dr

Reduced

£1,990

1.6L
104.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Harry Motors Warwick

01926351255 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£14,890

1.5L
48.9K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall SEAT Cambridge

01223607994 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 - 1.9 TDI SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£1,288

1.9L
136.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Fine Car Sales

01733942778 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£17,693

1.5L
19.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG

£20,420

Finance available £399 pm

1.4L
31.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

iGEN Autos

02890023662 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Reduced

£18,495

Finance available £359 pm

1.5L
20.6K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01293217073 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.0 TSI Match BlueMotion Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£11,380

Finance available £232 pm

1L
48.9K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

iGEN Autos

02890023662 *

Volkswagen Golf2005 - 2.0 Golf GT TDI Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,495

2L
137.3K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Cuxton Road Car Sales

01634959364 *

1.8/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£28,479

Finance available £565 pm

2L
17.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Autopoint

01436647028 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI SE Nav 3-Door

Reduced

£12,995

Finance available £284 pm

1.4L
26.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cavendish UK Car Sales Limited

01787323385 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,250

Finance available £274 pm

1.4L
77.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Stonebrook Motors

01932502422 *

Volkswagen Golf1989 (F) - 1.8 GTI 2dr

Low Mileage

£16,750

Finance available £352 pm

1.8L
123.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

THE MOTOR LOUNGE

01992666449 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,200

Finance available £340 pm

1.5L
52.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£30,211

Finance available £574 pm

1.5L
25.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,998

1.5L
7.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (18) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,140

Finance available £249 pm

1.4L
12.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Smart Wheel Motors

02039467705 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (R) - 3.2 V6 R32 4MOTION 3dr DSG

Reduced

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

3.2L
124.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Car Net UK Ltd

01935311825 *

4.6/5 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 3dr DSG

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