5,137 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Reduced

£16,990

Finance available £357 pm

2L
23.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Lennox Auto Limited

02039484608 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - Golf 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£23,251

Finance available £457 pm

2L
47.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Harpers Cumbria

01228273201 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr DSG

£13,750

Finance available £285 pm

1.6L
80.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Brendan Campbell & Sons

02887441406 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (61) - 1.4 TSI GT DSG Euro 5 5dr

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£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.4L
69.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

IBRA CARS LTD

01163668353 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

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£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
108.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

KLA Motors

01924668202 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 Golf Clubsport GTi TSi Semi-Auto 5dr

£26,490

Finance available £558 pm

2L
36.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

City Motors (Cambs) Ltd

01733666873 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG Auto

£26,071

1.5L
9.1K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

Marshall Volkswagen Milton Keynes

01908926622 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 (08) - 1.9 Match TDI 5dr

£350

1.9L
185.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Heaton Vehicle Sales 1

01708204883 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,850

Finance available £332 pm

2L
54.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£24,995

Finance available £493 pm

1.5L
99.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Phillips (Lisburn) Ltd

02892791480 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI Black Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£30,480

Finance available £579 pm

1.5L
50.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,250

Finance available £207 pm

1.6L
58.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Campbell Trade Sales

02890023194 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG 300 Bhp

Reduced

£14,490

Finance available £301 pm

2L
90.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carfora

01782444625 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG

£20,819

Finance available £416 pm

1.4L
20.4K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Shrewsbury

01743292169 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 2.0 TSI GTI TCR DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£27,800

Finance available £551 pm

2L
30.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

THORP ARCH MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED

01937220370 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5-Door

£13,550

2L
68.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Oakley Car Sales

01536235646 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0L GOLF 7 GTI PETROL

Low Mileage

£10,100

Finance available £203 pm

2L
49.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Jan London Trade Ltd

01217288705 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.6 TDI S 5dr

£11,998

1.6L
64.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG

Reduced

£8,500

Finance available £168 pm

2L
115.6K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

MCD Cars

01244569195 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.4 S 5dr

Reduced

£2,995

1.2L
120.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

EASICARS LTD

02039577421 *

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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

Read our Volkswagen Golf review

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Engines and transmissions

Few cars have as many engine and transmission configurations available as the Volkswagen Golf. All include the option of a six-speed manual or seven-speed automatic.

Petrol

Regular variants range from 110 to 150bhp.
GTI and R versions produce 241bhp and 320bhp respectively.

Hybrid

204bhp plug-in hybrid provides up to 42 miles of electric-only driving before switching to petrol/electric hybrid power.
PHEV earns a maximum of 299.6 mpg.

Diesel

115 or 150bhp TDI engines available.
Returns fuel efficiency numbers that can reach more than 60mpg.

Practicality

The Volkswagen Golf is one the top choices for a family car, with a focus on interior space and quality, comfort and high-tech safety features.

Interior space

Four adults fit comfortably.
Adjustable front seats make getting comfortable a breeze.
Easy to outfit a child seat in the rear because of the wide door opening.

Boot space

381-litre boot space is comparable to the BMW 1 Series and Audi A3.
Ski hatch and shopping hooks make boot space versatile.
Maximum 1,237-litre boot with back seat folded down.

Safety

Euro NCAP gives a perfect five-star rating.
Eight airbags are standard.
Safety kit includes automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control and lane assist.

Technology

10-inch digital cockpit gauges are easy to view.
Voice control system allows drivers to keep hands on the wheel.
Premium Harman Kardon sound system allows for better audio quality.

Volkswagen Golf video review

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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

Used Volkswagen Golf FAQ's

What is a Golf TDI?

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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5,137 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - Golf 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr DSG

Volkswagen Golf2024 (61) - 1.4 TSI GT DSG Euro 5 5dr

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 Golf Clubsport GTi TSi Semi-Auto 5dr

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG Auto

Volkswagen Golf2008 (08) - 1.9 Match TDI 5dr

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI Black Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG 300 Bhp

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 2.0 TSI GTI TCR DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5-Door

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0L GOLF 7 GTI PETROL

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.6 TDI S 5dr

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.4 S 5dr

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Transmission

Colour

Registration Year

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Why buy a used Volkswagen Golf?

Used Volkswagen Golf snapshot review

Pros

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Search used Volkswagen Golf by type

Used Volkswagen Golf buying guide

Engines and transmissions

Practicality

Safety

Technology

Volkswagen Golf video review

Different generations of used Volkswagen Golf

Eighth Generation (2020 to 2016)

Seventh Generation (2013 to 2020)

Sixth Generation (2009 to 2016)

Used Volkswagen Golf FAQ's

What is a Golf TDI?

What is the most popular Golf?

Is the Volkswagen Golf good for long-distance driving?

Is the Golf a good family car?

Does the Volkswagen Golf come as a hybrid or electric version?

Is there a four-wheel drive version of the Golf?

Buying a used car checklist: what to look for