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.

5,255 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 2.0 Golf GTD Semi-Auto 5dr

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

2L
109.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Sevenoaks Auto Village

01892572354 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - TSI Life 5-Door

£15,795

1.5L
42.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

McCarthy Cars Ltd

02038895516 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

£29,044

2L
34.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Skipton

01535280951 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£13,995

1.6L
67.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Baglan Car Centre

01639501146 *

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 Golf2025 - 1.4L PETROL

Low Mileage

£4,200

Finance available £72 pm

1.4L
32.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
People Carrier

Jan London Trade Manchester

01216474048 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - Mark 8 Facelift(2024) Black Ed 1.5 TSI(150ps) Manual 5-Door

Low Mileage

£29,998

Finance available £596 pm

1.5L
3.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Newport)

01633747928 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr MANUAL DIESEL 75000 MILES

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.6L
75.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Brownlow Cars

01325527847 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI S Cabriolet 2dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (122 ps)

Low Mileage

£7,795

Finance available £152 pm

1.4L
45.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

Motorswitch Ltd

01942364531 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

Reduced

£7,650

Finance available £149 pm

2L
85.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Brian McManus Car Sales Ltd

02890021675 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

2L
101.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Border Car & Commercial

01896801277 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,590

1.5L
8.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Worcester

01902240177 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£15,748

1.5L
40.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Honda Stockton

01642049066 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£24,990

Finance available £493 pm

2L
36.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AT Peformance

01296324587 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.4 TSI SE Cabriolet 2dr Convertible

Low Mileage

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.4L
101.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

Motoworld (Leeds)

01134676319 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,739

1.5L
36.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volvo Nottingham

01158384502 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (

Low Mileage

£10,990

1.4L
57.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Shirlton Car Sales

01543227747 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (62) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,999

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
94.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Greenshow Motors Ltd

01727221046 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,080

Finance available £315 pm

1.5L
39.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Stevenage

01438584759 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,350

Finance available £298 pm

2L
78.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carplex Ltd

01323396590 *

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 Present)

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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