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.

5,132 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Match 5dr DSG

£36,900

1.5L
895.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Loughborough

01509274556 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.6 TDI GT Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps) 1 FORM

Reduced

£15,845

1.6L
35.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Lancaster

01524938891 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£16,399

2L
39.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Superstore Derby

01252960119 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,999

Finance available £328 pm

1.5L
31.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Oldbury

01217525220 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI GTD BlueLine Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,991

Finance available £349 pm

2L
35.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Greenaway Autos Ltd

02921674404 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - GTI 2011(61) ULEZ FREE, IMPORTED, WARRANTED MILEAGE, FINANCE AVAILABLE 4-Door

Reduced

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

2L
72.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MH UK MOTORS LTD

02038933705 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - MK8 Hatch 5-Dr 1.5 eTSI (150PS) Life EVO DSG

£18,291

1.5L
31.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£46,990

2L
250.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Nuneaton

02476930658 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,149

Finance available £350 pm

2L
63.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,995

Finance available £370 pm

1L
10.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

C Russell Auto Sales Ltd

02844330222 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£17,195

Finance available £333 pm

1.5L
42.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Seacroft Ford Mablethorpe

01522308128 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI GTE DSG AUTOMATIC EURO 6 (s/s) 204PS 5 DOOR LEFT HAND DRIVE HYBRID

Low Mileage

£14,695

Finance available £306 pm

1.4L
54.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Chesham Left Hand Drive Centre

01494296463 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1.6L
91.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Elm Motor Company

01752749650 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.4 TSI S Cabriolet 2dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (122 ps)

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

1.4L
54.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

Baskeyfield Motors Limited

01782917824 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 1.6 TDi 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.6L
76.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

JGM Group

02890023173 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£22,995

Finance available £452 pm

2L
50.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

BEN HODGSON CARS LTD

01228273236 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£18,999

Finance available £370 pm

1.5L
52.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Jack Reid Cars Carrickfergus

02893448937 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (16) - 1.2 TSi DSG Automatic (Low 65,700 Miles) 5dr hatchback. TopSpec . PX OK

Low Mileage

£8,890

Finance available £176 pm

1.2L
65.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

mhas

02038056893 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 Golf GTi TSi Semi-Auto 5dr

Reduced

£21,200

2L
59.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

LMC Cars

01708206105 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 290 GTI TCR 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£27,363

2L
26.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Mercedes-Benz of Bolton

01204939598 *

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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