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.

5,084 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,000

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
29.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Stringers of Petersfield

01730779314 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.0 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£12,290

1L
28.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bedford Car Centre

01234987603 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps) * HUGE SPEC LIST

Low Mileage

£30,995

Finance available £616 pm

2L
18.6K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MJM Car Sales

01833600271 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 MATCH 5DR DSG

£13,495

Finance available £279 pm

1.5L
66.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Brayley Honda Hemel Hempstead

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Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - Automatic vw golf 1.4 petrol 5 door hatchback

Low Mileage

£5,900

1.4L
50.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

A7 Cars Ltd

01164787049 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG

£17,691

2L
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

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01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match 5dr

Reduced

£4,950

1.6L
145.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

CARS4YOU

01274089739 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£18,000

Finance available £349 pm

2L
47.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Browns Car Company

01621733495 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 2dr

£3,950

2L
182.6K
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Diesel
Manual
Convertible

NSG Cars

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Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,895

1.5L
85.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Estate

TheCarHouse.co.uk

01482249182 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - Volkswagen Golf R Line Tsi Evo S-A 5-Door

Low Mileage

£16,500

Finance available £332 pm

1.5L
43.6K
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Hatchback

Dales SEAT at Scorrier

01209704144 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

£29,995

Finance available £596 pm

2L
39.2K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Donnelly Motorstore Bangor

02891638497 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1.6L
14.1K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Severnside Car Company

01656334050 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 3dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps

£10,249

2L
79.2K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Corner Park Garage (Swansea)

01792344016 *

3.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 TDi 140 Match 5dr

£2,495

2L
155.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

JP Car Sales

01279969613 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 333 R 20 Years 4Motion 5dr DSG

Reduced

£35,495

Finance available £709 pm

2L
11.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Prentice Select

02838298952 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

£18,091

1.5L
45.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Mansfield

01312025167 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 Tsi 150 R-Line 5Dr

£26,959

1.5L
7.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Volkswagen Newcastle Scotswood Road

01916077232 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 2.0 GT SPORT TDI DSG (AUTO) SILVER FULL GTI REP FSH FULLY LOADED 5-Door

Low Mileage

£2,495

2L
140.1K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

FA Tyre Services TA A41 Cars

01296254874 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 1.6 Golf SE BlueMotion Technology TDI 2dr

£3,750

1.6L
105.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

CarsUnder3000

01268219758 *

4.8/5 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 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 (2016 to 2020)

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
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

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