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.

5,245 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.0 TSI Match BlueMotion Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£11,380

Finance available £232 pm

1L
48.9K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

iGEN Autos

02890023662 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£17,652

1.5L
13.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Leeds

01134676309 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£31,990

Finance available £637 pm

2L
28.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Your Car Group

01633749117 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 1.6 TDI SE Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,000

1.6L
87.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

HWF MOTORS LTD

01514597140 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

£15,750

Finance available £330 pm

2L
95.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

DIRECT CAR SALES LIMITED

01233229365 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) - 17IN ALL

£14,309

Finance available £279 pm

1.5L
72.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Bradford

01274087627 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.4 TSI GT Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,995

1.4L
98.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Silverstone Cars Limited

01708206414 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO GPF GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,599

Finance available £306 pm

1.5L
21.2K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£16,499

Finance available £336 pm

1.5L
30.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

£29,998

2L
41.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf1987 - 1.8 CONVERTIBLE CABRIOLET * ORIGINAL 1987 WHITE SMALL BUMPER 2-Door

Low Mileage

£11,999

1.8L
90.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

The Car Warehouse

01642937563 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr DSG

£13,750

Finance available £285 pm

1.6L
80.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Brendan Campbell & Sons

02887441406 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£6,795

1.6L
93.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Paradise Motors

01366310982 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI GT Estate 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£13,750

Finance available £285 pm

2L
59.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Sandiforths

01909498742 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (59) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Reduced

£5,999

2L
102.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

AutoLine

01212728555 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 - HIGH LINE EDITION

Reduced

£9,190

1.4L
29.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

V P I Used Car Sales Limited

02039377580 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.0 TSI Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£11,499

1L
60.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

HPL Motors Oldham

01612416881 *

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

Low Mileage

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.4L
71.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

GMC 2000

01134680586 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (58) - 1.4 TSI S 5dr

£1,595

1.4L
181.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ukandrewhunt

01172331353 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Edition 5-Door

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

2L
97.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Atlantic Motors

01736806430 *

4.5/5 Stars

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 (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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