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.

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Auto

£18,391

1.5L
46.1K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

Marshall BYD Peterborough

01733907064 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 2.0 TSI 265 GTI 5dr DSG

£35,995

Finance available £719 pm

2L
8.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

L A MOTORS

07393778079 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,980

Finance available £156 pm

1.6L
79.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

NT Traders Limited

02037639054 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,399

Finance available £334 pm

2L
40.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£25,998

1.5L
8.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Dundee Renault / Dacia / Hyundai / Vanstore

01382214596 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0TDI (150PS) R-Line DSG Ã¢ 18' Bergamo AlloysÃ¢ 5-Door

Low Mileage

£26,777

Finance available £530 pm

2L
4.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Style 5dr

£16,990

Finance available £357 pm

2L
38.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Radius Vehicle Solutions

02890023225 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 Tdi Bluemotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5-Door

£8,095

Finance available £159 pm

1.6L
90.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

FifthGear Fenton LTD

01782969739 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (63) - 2.0 TDI GTD 3dr

Low Mileage

£9,988

Finance available £201 pm

2L
60.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

BJH Motors & Sons (Rainbow Hill)

01905676573 *

3.9/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£10,670

1.4L
54.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dace Car Supermarket

01616945306 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2002 - 1.8T GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual (192 g/km, 150 bhp)

Low Mileage

£3,295

Finance available £51 pm

1.8L
141.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

HR Cars

01494927722 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5drONE OWNER FROM NEW

Low Mileage

£13,300

Finance available £275 pm

1.5L
32.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

HAMPDEN PARK MOTORING CENTRE

01424231316 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£31,000

Finance available £535 pm

2L
11.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£22,998

1.5L
8.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414736428 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (58) - 2.0 TDi 110 SE 5dr

Reduced

£1,995

2L
100.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

L&T Cars Ltd

02039112053 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

£10,250

Finance available £207 pm

1.6L
96.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

McKinney Motors

02837440713 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Edition 5-Door

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
88.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Corner Cars

01630410580 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 8 R 2.0 TSI 4MOTION 320PS 7-speed DSG 5 Door Automatic

Reduced

£27,000

2L
38.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Weston-super-Mare

01934319038 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,498

1.5L
11.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Swansea

01414839956 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£5,495

1.6L
98.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Palmers Citroen Watford

01923919096 *

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 2016)

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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