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.

5,266 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2014 - S TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5-Door

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.6L
115.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Stradey Motor Company

01554701937 *

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

Low Mileage

£8,858

Finance available £176 pm

1.4L
70.2K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

M ONE MOTORS LTD

02030025728 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,990

1.5L
32.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Harding Motor Company Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

Low Mileage

£24,949

2L
22.7K
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Hatchback

Browns of Richmond

01748901679 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr DSG

Reduced

£7,995

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1.6L
135.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Top Gear NI

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

Reduced

£8,790

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1.2L
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mhas

02038056893 *

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

£12,495

Finance available £257 pm

2L
107.8K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Greenlight Automotive Ltd

01254920838 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,749

Finance available £345 pm

2L
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Motorpoint Newport

01633493027 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr

£12,500

Finance available £257 pm

2L
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Jack Reid Cars Carrickfergus

02893448937 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (220 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,250

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2L
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North Loop Autohaus

01527911876 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£20,401

1.5L
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Hatchback

South Hereford Volkswagen Hereford

01432809890 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£14,895

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1.5L
36.2K
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Hatchback

Motor Range Manchester

01618048254 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (73) - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£23,995

Finance available £472 pm

1.5L
6.6K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Basingstoke Volkswagen

01256634772 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.4 TSI Match Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,800

Finance available £85 pm

1.4L
72.6K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MAJESTIC JOURNEYS LTD

01753387030 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG TOP SPEC

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

2L
114.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Quality Car Sales

01924667062 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI GTE Advance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£13,900

1.4L
54.8K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Perrys Doncaster Vauxhall

01302248564 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (12

Low Mileage

£10,295

1.4L
62.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Regent Cars

01732441852 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 R-LINE TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5DR Manual

Low Mileage

£14,981

2L
47.5K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Daniel Maxwell Car Sales

01614139879 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 2.0 TSI R (Leather) 4Motion Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
96.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Rodden Road Cars

01373481367 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI Active 5dr DSG

£18,899

Finance available £400 pm

1.5L
26.4K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 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 (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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