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.

5,232 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£27,990

Finance available £554 pm

1.5L
2.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£15,193

1.5L
91.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carworld Superstore

01733978043 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (64)

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
50.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

Your Motor Company

01313702493 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 2.0 TDI GT (Leather) Euro 5 5dr

£3,395

2L
153.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Dereham Motor Company ltd

01362700376 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£13,049

Finance available £261 pm

1.6L
49.5K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,750

Finance available £263 pm

2L
84.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

365 MOTORS LTD

01204968071 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG [Nav]

Low Mileage

£15,542

Finance available £325 pm

1.4L
13.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Renault Retail Group Cardiff

02921675772 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,698

2L
27.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Newcastle OMODA / JAECOO

01913387320 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr DSG

£10,588

Finance available £214 pm

1.6L
88.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Dave Fox Car Sales

01785336592 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Life 5-Door

£12,197

Finance available £240 pm

1.5L
69.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Birmingham

01215165158 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£32,998

2L
25.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Dundee Vauxhall / Fiat / Abarth

01382768498 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.6 TDI SE Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£9,400

Finance available £188 pm

1.6L
73.1K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Hammond Cars Ipswich

01473927579 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£25,000

Finance available £525 pm

2L
12.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr DSG

Reduced

£18,998

1.5L
12.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Wishaw)

01698537718 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£19,990

1.4L
37.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Coventry

02476936618 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.0 TSI Match Edition Estate 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£10,500

Finance available £208 pm

1L
66.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match 5-Door

Low Mileage

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
21.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Fox's Motor Co

01832778584 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (65) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD (Nav) Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (18

Reduced

£5,795

2L
158.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

Ivybridge Trade Centre

01752982776 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (63) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,949

Finance available £178 pm

1.4L
43.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Active 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,590

1.5L
25.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Audi Newbury

01635917224 *

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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