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.

5,257 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2015 - TSI BlueMotion Tech Match 5-Door

Low Mileage

£12,500

Finance available £257 pm

1.4L
34.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Runnymede Motor Company Windlesham

01344202526 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 2.0T GTI 5dr

£3,295

Finance available £51 pm

2L
148.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cadnam Car Sales

02382149488 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

Low Mileage

£24,495

Finance available £384 pm

2L
26.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Norman Motors Bournemouth

01202133536 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 Tdi Gtd Hatchback 5dr Diesel Dsg Euro 6 s/s 200 Ps

£22,899

2L
44.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Tustain Motors Berwick

01289543249 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav 5-Door

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
105.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Automotion Vehicle Sales

01752987252 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - MK7 Facelift 1.5 TSI R-Line EVO 150PS 5Dr Manual

Low Mileage

£14,490

Finance available £301 pm

1.5L
46.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Neyland)

01646400240 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,800

Finance available £298 pm

1.5L
19.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG Auto

£15,614

1.4L
53.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Harlow

01279598864 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - MK8 Facelift Style 1.5 TSI 150PS Hatch 5 Door

£20,749

Finance available £406 pm

1.5L
15.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,490

Finance available £257 pm

2L
103.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Auto Globe Limited

01908765760 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£9,850

Finance available £198 pm

1.4L
47.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AH Car Sales

01223320585 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - MK8 Facelift R-Line 1.5 eTSI 150PS Hatch 5 Dr Automatic

Reduced

£29,500

1.5L
2.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

01452227271 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£6,295

Finance available £118 pm

1.4L
98.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Rake Car Sales Ltd

01730770934 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£25,750

Finance available £508 pm

1.5L
275.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Phillips (Lisburn) Ltd

02892791480 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,999

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
32.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 333 R 20 Years 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£37,995

Finance available £760 pm

2L
11.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Prentice Select

02838298952 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,495

Finance available £142 pm

2L
126.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Just Audi VW

01522459180 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - Wagon/Estate Automatic 5-Door

Reduced

£5,650

Finance available £104 pm

1.2L
39.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

NS Auto Trading Ltd

02039577375 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£26,949

Finance available £562 pm

2L
37.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO GPF GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,500

Finance available £330 pm

1.5L
26.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Cannock

01543221765 *

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 5dr DSG

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