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 Golf2024 - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport DSG Ã¢ Head-up |(DCC) | Sunroof Performance p 5-Door

Low Mileage

£42,777

Finance available £821 pm

2L
1.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Estate 5dr Petrol DSG 4MOTION Euro 6 (s/s) (300 p

£14,895

2L
73.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,998

1.5L
5.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Southampton

01414839954 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£26,950

Finance available £533 pm

2L
27.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S 5-Door

£5,000

Finance available £89 pm

1.2L
108.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Toto Motors Ltd

01616727281 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£5,295

Finance available £96 pm

1.6L
108.3K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Throston Motors

01917315132 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125

£5,350

Finance available £97 pm

1.4L
139.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ivybridge Trade Centre

01752982776 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match 5dr DSG

£13,998

1.5L
61.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Inverness Citroen / Peugeot / Vanstore

01463213058 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£19,490

1.5L
50.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Coventry

02476936618 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDI Match DSG Euro 5 5dr

Reduced

£3,745

Finance available £61 pm

1.6L
106.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MK Autos

01612416609 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

Low Mileage

£9,649

Finance available £181 pm

44.2K
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Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG SEMI-AUTO

£29,495

2L
35.1K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

TrustFord Carlisle

01228273233 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps

£6,295

Finance available £118 pm

2L
106.3K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Quattro Car Sales

01304803806 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£22,450

Finance available £441 pm

2L
63.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match 5dr

£6,250

Finance available £117 pm

1.6L
121.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

BMR NI

02890023178 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - MK7 Facelift 1.0 TSI SE 110PS 5Dr + 17' KARLSKOGA ALLOYS *SINCLAIR GUARANTE

Low Mileage

£12,599

Finance available £259 pm

1L
18.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Swansea)

01792739752 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(11) - GTI DSG ADDIDAS EDITION 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

71.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Supercar Clinic Ltd

01204584584 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,900

Finance available £355 pm

1.5L
52.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Active 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£19,011

1.5L
27.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Skipton

01535280951 *

3.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,998

1.5L
20.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Glasgow South Street Vauxhall/Peugeot/Citroen/Vanstore

01414839940 *

4.7/5 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 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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