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.

5,197 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£14,784

1.5L
51.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Milton Keynes

01908926622 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - Gtd Tdi Dsg 5-Door

£18,420

Finance available £389 pm

2L
76.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Hippo Approved

01254445378 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDI S Euro 5 5dr

Reduced

£4,295

1.6L
101.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

R&J Trade Car Outlet Limited

01484503203 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 8 GTI 2.0 TSI 245PS 7-speed DSG 5 Door Automatic

£28,000

2L
32.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Weston-super-Mare

01934319038 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 2.0 TSI R Black Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (333

£41,495

Finance available £832 pm

2L
7.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evolve Motor Company

01633741704 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£15,900

Finance available £283 pm

1.5L
33.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Cannock

01543221765 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI Match 5dr

£6,595

Finance available £125 pm

2L
103.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

A&A Auto Sales

01832778585 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.0 TSI Match 5dr - SAT NAV - FRONT AND REAR SENSORS

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1L
83.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Kudos Car Sales

01206489525 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£17,249

Finance available £352 pm

2L
58.7K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (

£9,940

1.4L
86.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Manchester

01612417068 *

4.8/5 Stars

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

£36,780

2L
23.7K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Oxford Kidlington

01865956226 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (15) - 1.6 Sport 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,999

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
83.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Kelvin Way Motors

01217288894 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

2L
114.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Galloway Motors

01333406894 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 2.0 GT TDI 140 2009/09 6 SPEED MANUAL MK6 5-Door

£1,295

2L
135.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

FA Tyre Services TA A41 Cars

01296254874 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Automatic

£18,690

1.5L
47.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

TrustFord Edgware

02038934224 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

£11,999

Finance available £246 pm

1.6L
61.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Murray Motors

02879440625 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

2L
74.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motoring Way LTD

01633742355 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 2.0 TDi 140 BlueMotion Tech GT 5dr [Leather]

£4,295

Finance available £74 pm

2L
131.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Affordable Cars and Commercials

02890022225 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

1.4L
22.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Urban Car Sales

01444222204 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,599

Finance available £385 pm

1.5L
8.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Glasgow

01412601249 *

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 (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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