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 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£17,021

1.5L
28.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Ford Morpeth

01670333531 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.0 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£17,495

1L
6.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Balmer Lawn SsangYong

02382543845 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 Tdi Bluemotion Tech S Hatchback 5-Door

Reduced

£4,975

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
119.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

GMC MOTORS B'HAM LIMITED

01217285878 *

Volkswagen Golf2003 (03) - 1.6 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,895

1.6L
126.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

F&d MOTOR GROUP LIMITED

01274089113 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£38,980

Finance available £746 pm

2L
15.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 2.0 TSI GTI TCR Hatchback DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (290 ps) 5-Door

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£27,649

Finance available £547 pm

2L
35.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

A1 Ortos

01613887641 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
67.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Grayswood Cars

01428771375 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

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£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.6L
65.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Elite Trade Sales LTD

01236807180 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

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£9,000

Finance available £179 pm

65.0K
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Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

RDM Direct

01283241526 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

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£17,495

Finance available £383 pm

1.5L
16.6K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Range Liverpool

01515417938 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (Z4) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s

£7,295

Finance available £141 pm

1.6L
100.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Central Car Sales

01524917288 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - Life 1.5 TSI 130PS 6-speed Manual 5 Door Manual

Low Mileage

£18,988

1.5L
18.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bristol

01172331336 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£18,940

2L
76.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Manchester

01612417068 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 - 1.4 TSI GT 2-Door

Low Mileage

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.4L
73.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

David Graves

01943668892 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (30

Low Mileage

£18,895

Finance available £368 pm

2L
40.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Daci Autos Bristol LTD

01172331343 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£17,698

1.5L
31.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (East Kilbride)

01355203632 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 110 SE 5DR LEFT HAND DRIVE LHD PORTUGUESE REGISTERED

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

1.6L
96.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

The Left Hand Drive Car Showroom Ltd

01895548158 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£16,709

1.5L
23.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Ford Stoke

01782358009 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£11,500

Finance available £235 pm

2L
78.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MEBTRONIC LTD

01733666891 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 Golf Life eTSI Semi-Auto 5dr

Reduced

£17,800

1.5L
14.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

LMC Cars

01708206105 *

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 3dr DSG

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