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 Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£5,999

Finance available £112 pm

1.4L
128.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Thornbury Car Centre

01454800976 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Cabriolet 2dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps

Low Mileage

£5,000

1.6L
79.8K
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Convertible

Halesowen Motor House - Halesowen

01217525784 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - GTD MK8 2.0 TDI 200PS DSG 5 Door + VOLKSWAGEN WARRANTY Automatic

Low Mileage

£26,699

2L
25.5K
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Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Swansea)

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0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,450

Finance available £256 pm

2L
72.0K
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Hatchback

AUTOBAHN VEHICLE SALES

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Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.6 TDI S Euro 5 3dr

Low Mileage

£4,495

Finance available £78 pm

1.6L
62.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£12,850

Finance available £265 pm

2L
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Estate

Cambridgeshire Motor House LTD

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr DSG

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.6L
76.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

SMV MOTORS

02892791555 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£2,995

1.6L
122.0K
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Diesel
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Estate

Boyslade Garage Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

2L
70.0K
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Hatchback

MW Performance

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Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,695

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1.5L
67.9K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Stevenage Cars

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3.9/5 Stars

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

£9,950

Finance available £200 pm

2L
97.5K
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Cambridgeshire Motor House LTD

01733666971 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.6 TDI Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,490

Finance available £289 pm

1.6L
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Diesel
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Estate

Penton Citroen Salisbury

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Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion Tech Match 5dr

£2,995

1.6L
143.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Mintys Car Sales Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 Golf Match Edition Tdi Bluemotion 5-Door

Low Mileage

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1.6L
68.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

AD Little Car Sales

01343611152 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£17,499

2L
69.1K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£12,500

Finance available £257 pm

2L
28.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Royale Autos Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,300

Finance available £320 pm

1.4L
64.3K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,000

Finance available £339 pm

1.5L
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Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

£19,698

1.5L
23.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Motherwell)

01698538870 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,300

Finance available £319 pm

1.5L
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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 2016)

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 5dr DSG

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