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.

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Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£14,450

Finance available £301 pm

1.5L
61.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

OLDOAKCARSALE LTD

02039537432 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,233

1.5L
19.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps

£6,494

Finance available £123 pm

2L
130.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

C M Car Sales

01773303785 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI SE 5dr

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

2L
94.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

MH Motors

02890021687 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match 5dr

£6,200

1.6L
110.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

East Kent Car Sales

01795502170 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match 5dr

£10,950

Finance available £222 pm

1.5L
65.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Anthony Murchan Cars

02830441492 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD (Nav) Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (18

Low Mileage

£14,099

Finance available £275 pm

2L
45.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,500

Finance available £346 pm

2L
53.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Lismenary Motors

02893448902 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S 5-Door

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.6L
129.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

NATIONAL VEHICLE SUPPLIERS LTD

01182270649 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 2.0 TDI Life Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£13,700

Finance available £224 pm

2L
57.8K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£19,850

2L
53.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

JMC Stratford Ltd

01789338314 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£33,076

2L
12.6K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Newbury

01635959570 *

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

Low Mileage

£33,990

1.5L
825.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Listers Volkswagen Nuneaton

02476930658 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (74) - Life 1.5 TSI 115ps 6-Speed Manual 5 Door

£23,990

1.5L
4.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Hedge End

01489661105 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Reduced

£19,498

1.5L
13.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen/MG (Rutherglen)

01414839932 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,999

Finance available £156 pm

1.6L
58.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Joseph David Simm Ltd

01670339826 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.0 TSI Match BlueMotion Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,998

1L
57.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Linwood Seat / Skoda / Cupra

01414736420 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Reduced

£17,250

Finance available £334 pm

1.5L
43.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

O'Loughlin Brothers

02879440950 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line Edition 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£14,183

1.5L
51.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Mazda Sheffield

01145510596 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG + TINT GLASS/SPARE WHEEL/WINTER PACK Automatic

£28,998

Finance available £575 pm

1.5L
3.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Sinclair Volkswagen (Swansea)

01792739752 *

0/5 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 (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 3dr DSG

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