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.

5,129 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£26,995

Finance available £534 pm

2L
30.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

TCC Essex

02038056873 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (63) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Performance Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,406

2L
94.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Horsepower Motor Centre Ltd

01732927681 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI 150 BLUEMOTION TECH MATCH 5dr EURO 6

Low Mileage

£9,890

Finance available £199 pm

2L
55.7K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

L&C Group

01273442343 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (03) - 3.2 R32 3dr

£49,500

Finance available £996 pm

3.2L
23.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

D N Trade Motors Ltd

01145537267 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Reduced

£21,298

1.5L
26.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Stirling)

01786232223 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.6 TDI Match Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.6L
74.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

GCS - GERMAN CAR SPECIALIST

01494312143 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£21,998

1.5L
16.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414736428 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£23,999

1.5L
3.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Perrys Chesterfield Ford Commercials

01246383484 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5-Door

£8,499

2L
121.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Bexhill Motors Terminus Road

01424234748 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

£26,499

Finance available £524 pm

2L
47.4K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Empressive Motor Company

01865591236 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,299

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
28.8K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Shelbourne AutoSelect Newry

02830441493 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£26,499

Finance available £558 pm

2L
20.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Newport

01633493027 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match 5dr Manual

Low Mileage

£14,700

1.5L
35.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bath

01225617306 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Reduced

£16,295

Finance available £342 pm

2L
83.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Tenby Car Supermarket

01908106203 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 1.4 TSI 150 GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£8,290

Finance available £163 pm

1.4L
23.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

BABAN MOTORS

01216618726 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 Tdi R Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel Dsg Euro 6 s/s 150 Ps

Low Mileage

£25,999

2L
13.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Tustain Motors Cramlington

01670335009 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 - 1.4 S 5-Door

Low Mileage

£1,788

1.4L
123.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Fine Car Sales

01733942778 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,449

2L
33.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

£22,995

Finance available £452 pm

2L
42.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carplex Ltd

01323396590 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£9,799

1.4L
63.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Palmers Alfa Romeo Hemel Hempstead

01442506214 *

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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