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.

5,259 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2025 (74) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

£29,991

1.5L
6.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Harrogate

01423396103 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDI SE DSG Euro 5 5dr

£3,250

Finance available £50 pm

1.6L
119.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

RM Traders

01780430645 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,520

Finance available £190 pm

2L
55.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Westbrook Car Sales

01733794312 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (62) - 1.4 DSG SE 122 AUTOMATIC ULEZ 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,990

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
23.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Left Hand Drive Place

01256679126 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4MOTION Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,781

Finance available £345 pm

2L
58.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Eye Green Cars

01733794296 *

3.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match 5dr DSG

£17,499

Finance available £369 pm

1.5L
3.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£16,406

1.5L
37.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Reading

01189077016 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion 5dr

£1,200

1.6L
125.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

S and I Car Sales

01752973027 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£15,795

Finance available £331 pm

2L
50.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

BP Car Sales Ltd

01274087587 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,895

Finance available £439 pm

1.5L
17.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Range Liverpool

01515417938 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,399

Finance available £381 pm

1.5L
18.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Manchester

01614139868 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.4 TSI GT 2dr

Low Mileage

£4,795

Finance available £85 pm

1.4L
90.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

Moss autos

01253542247 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,295

1.5L
15.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Hinckley

01455244504 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,250

Finance available £375 pm

2L
19.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Donnelly Bros Citroen (Dungannon)

02887440646 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - R-Line 1.5 TSI EVO 150PS 7-speed DSG 5 Door Automatic

Low Mileage

£17,390

1.5L
38.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bristol

01172331336 *

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

£5,991

1.6L
111.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Your Next Car Ltd

01156849398 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (220 p

£9,995

2L
95.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wavertree Car Centre

01513189401 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr - excellent condition - Sat Nav /

£4,999

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
120.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Llandarcy Car Sales

01639501388 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£7,200

Finance available £139 pm

1.6L
41.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

CAR & CARS LTD

01506376863 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£31,000

Finance available £538 pm

2L
5.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

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 (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 5dr DSG

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