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.

5,209 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

£14,990

Finance available £313 pm

2L
49.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Diamond Specialist Cars Limited

01422412351 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TDI R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

2L
60.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Autohub Northampton

01604343474 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 1.0 TSI Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,390

Finance available £254 pm

1L
45.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

TMMC The Manchester Motor Company Ltd

01204324191 *

0/5 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 Golf2017 - SE NAVIGATION TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5-Door

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.6L
101.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

J B Motors

01483917289 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£24,290

1.5L
17.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Evesham

01386571259 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - MATCH TSI 5-Door

Low Mileage

£5,499

Finance available £101 pm

1.4L
109.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bexhill Motors Eastbourne

01323403942 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (14) - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,480

Finance available £189 pm

1.2L
36.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

NT Traders Limited

02037639054 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£19,180

1.5L
8.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£23,998

2L
47.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Peugeot (Kilmarnock)

01563591754 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr

Reduced

£8,425

Finance available £166 pm

1.6L
31.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Simply Motors

02037636628 *

1.5/5 Stars

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

100

£6,250

Finance available £117 pm

1.6L
90.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

D N Trade Motors Ltd

01145537267 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - TSI GTI Clubsport 5-Door

Reduced

£43,495

Finance available £873 pm

2L
2.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Riviera Automotive Ltd

01274505967 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD 5-Door

Low Mileage

£14,995

2L
53.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Venn's Motor Company

01823339223 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 3-Door

£4,774

Finance available £84 pm

2L
146.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Sevenoaks Auto Village

01892572354 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 R DSG 5d 300 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£18,449

Finance available £358 pm

2L
30.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

A1 Ortos

01613887641 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (70) - 8 GTI 2.0 TSI 245PS 7-speed DSG 5 Door

Reduced

£25,791

2L
27.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5-Door

£18,976

Finance available £385 pm

1.5L
29.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Hessle

01482947558 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£22,215

Finance available £484 pm

2L
35.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£21,498

1.5L
27.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (East Kilbride)

01355203634 *

4.7/5 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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