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.

5,312 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2008 - 2.0T GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£8,950

Finance available £178 pm

2L
44.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Valley Cars and Classics Ltd

01488500852 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,795

Finance available £286 pm

1.6L
34.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Shawn Dream Cars Ltd

02476936576 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI GTE DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£19,697

Finance available £401 pm

1.4L
25.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Hessle

01482947558 *

4.6/5 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

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,900

Finance available £199 pm

2L
61.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Finance Carshop Limited Leicester

01164646052 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI SE 5dr

£3,795

Finance available £62 pm

2L
126.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Amayr Car Sales

02920028833 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

2L
115.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Dave's Car Sales

01612417052 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

£6,980

Finance available £134 pm

1.6L
77.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Parkside Motors & Recovery LTD

01274059791 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

Reduced

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.6L
65.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Elite Trade Sales LTD

01236807180 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 Golf Active TSi 5dr

Reduced

£14,990

Finance available £313 pm

1.5L
26.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Swaan Motors Ltd

01733667053 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - TSI GTI Clubsport 5-Door

£42,995

Finance available £863 pm

2L
4.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Riviera Automotive Ltd

01274505967 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO GT 5dr

£12,799

Finance available £256 pm

1.5L
69.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01513174824 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr [Performance Pack]

£11,495

Finance available £234 pm

2L
94.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Coopers Cars (South West) Limited

01278555831 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,999

Finance available £372 pm

2L
39.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Peterborough

01733797063 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI R-Line Edition 5dr DSG

£17,950

Finance available £348 pm

2L
52.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Colin Francis Cars

02879441906 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (204 ps)

Low Mileage

£9,900

Finance available £199 pm

1.4L
64.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Hammond Cars Norwich

01603937224 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,699

Finance available £351 pm

2L
52.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£4,750

Finance available £84 pm

1.6L
109.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

R-M Motors

01283241527 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (230 ps)

£15,984

Finance available £335 pm

2L
74.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

K W Motors Ltd

01727648035 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 Golf R TSi Semi-Auto 4WD 5dr

£18,490

2L
88.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Phantom Motor Company

01942365271 *

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 3dr DSG

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