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 Golf2010 (10) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

Reduced

£3,695

Finance available £60 pm

1.4L
78.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Landore Motors

01792346402 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Reduced

£15,753

1.5L
38.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Oxford Kidlington

01865956226 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (122 ps)

Low Mileage

£8,399

Finance available £165 pm

1.4L
63.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Wise Auto Ltd

02038737355 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 Golf R-Line eTSI Semi-Auto 5dr

£21,889

Finance available £429 pm

1.5L
40.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Used Cars Uk

01992667030 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 Tsi Evo Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Dsg Euro 6 s/s 130 Ps

£13,999

1.5L
54.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Tustain Motors Berwick

01289543249 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.2 TSi DSG Automatic 28000 Miles. 5dr hatchback. Low Mileage. PX OK

Reduced

£8,390

Finance available £165 pm

1.2L
28.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

mhas

02038056893 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps

Low Mileage

£7,999

2L
77.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Vehicle Trade Centre Ayr

01292430591 *

Volkswagen Golf(73) - 2.0 TDI Life Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£17,200

30.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Not Supplied

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (Z4) - 1.4 TSI S Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (122 ps)

Low Mileage

£3,495

Finance available £56 pm

1.4L
95.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

LMS Motors Ltd

01865596842 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£21,410

1.5L
15.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Letchworth

01462559198 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI S Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£10,899

1.6L
51.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

HPL Motors Preston

01772957419 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr Diesel Estate

Low Mileage

£25,831

2L
5.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Vertu Volkswagen Nottingham North

01313702485 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG

£9,490

Finance available £190 pm

2L
102.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MB Executive Motor Company

02476936643 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£31,989

Finance available £637 pm

2L
15.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Springfield Mill Motors Ltd

01535280869 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,698

1.5L
21.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore / BYD (Linwood)

01414736404 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£20,649

Finance available £426 pm

2L
61.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - GTI PERFORMANCE TSI DSG 5-Door

£20,995

Finance available £411 pm

2L
52.3K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Williams Automotive Ltd

01235636668 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG

£14,749

Finance available £288 pm

2L
70.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Aylesbury

01296320383 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.2 tsi bluemotion

Low Mileage

£6,450

Finance available £122 pm

55.0K
Miles
Not Supplied
Automatic
Not Supplied

Loyal Corporations (UK) LIMITED

02476936627 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (61) - 2.0 TDI GTD (Leather) Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 5 (170 ps)

Low Mileage

£7,995

2L
93.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Jefferies Car Centre Ltd

01373489224 *

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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