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.

5,065 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 1.4 TSI S 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,895

1.4L
117.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FSA Car Sales

01706396575 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr DSG

£15,799

Finance available £324 pm

1.5L
43.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Widnes

01518322225 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (115 ps)

Reduced

£8,296

Finance available £163 pm

41.7K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Tenby Car Supermarket

01582280726 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,500

Finance available £235 pm

1.6L
63.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Oxford Automotive

01865599168 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (59) - 1.6 TDi 105 SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,995

1.6L
33.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Bennets Car Sales

02922672909 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (65) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 p

£10,895

Finance available £221 pm

2L
86.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motoring Way LTD

01633742355 *

Volkswagen Golf2000 (X) - 2.0 GTI 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,000

Finance available £67 pm

2L
65.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SMS Motors

01144786434 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - R Tsi Dsg 5-Door

£16,495

Finance available £346 pm

2L
77.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Meridian Motors Limited

01506376846 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,690

2L
99.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Elton Cars Ltd

01733666869 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDi 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,490

1.6L
101.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MHH Car Sales

01223608733 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 1.6 FSI Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual (159 g/km, 113 bhp)

£1,800

1.6L
165.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cars Of Hampshire

01329559265 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 TSI 150 R-Line 3dr

Reduced

£10,650

Finance available £216 pm

1.4L
64.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Clive Hamilton Motors

02890023155 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£22,999

Finance available £482 pm

2L
48.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Swansea

01792001617 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,495

2L
32.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Goscote Services

01164785112 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£25,498

1.5L
1.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Leeds Roseville Road)

01134689402 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£27,049

Finance available £570 pm

2L
16.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Burnley

01282504324 *

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

Low Mileage

£21,698

1.5L
16.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Doncaster)

01302986692 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr

£16,199

Finance available £339 pm

2L
58.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,750

Finance available £285 pm

1.5L
76.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FM MOTORS GB LTD

02039484610 *

3.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - BLUEMOTION TDI 5-Door

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

1.6L
90.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Reo Car Sales

01291441528 *

3.7/5 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 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 (2016 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 / 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

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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