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.

5,178 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2009 (58) - 2.0 TDi 110 SE 5dr

Reduced

£1,850

2L
100.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

L&T Cars Ltd

02039112053 *

Volkswagen Golf2005 - 1.9 TDI SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£1,995

1.9L
135.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Ls Automotive Ltd

01953661927 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - TSI EVO R-Line 5-Door

£14,495

1.5L
57.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Spencers Car Sales

01603931848 *

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

Low Mileage

£5,800

Finance available £107 pm

1.4L
83.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Auto City Trader Ltd

01182274525 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI 310 R 3dr 4MOTION

Reduced

£10,750

Finance available £218 pm

2L
180.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

4motion Cars

01733977717 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.4 TSI DSG AUTOMATIC PETROL 5DOOR

£9,500

Finance available £190 pm

1.4L
28.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

IMPORT AUTOS LIMITED

01628565038 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£20,457

Finance available £444 pm

2L
47.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.0 TSI 110 SE [Nav] 5dr

£10,599

Finance available £208 pm

1L
61.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Store Northampton

01604343556 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,000

Finance available £281 pm

1.5L
20.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI GTD BlueLine Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

2L
111.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Wixford Motor Company Ltd

01217525788 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£12,999

Finance available £268 pm

2L
118.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Fairfield Car Centre

01615196713 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,000

Finance available £329 pm

1.6L
11.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Turners of Roborough

01752427448 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

£22,498

1.5L
13.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Bathgate

01506353072 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 2.0 TDI GTD Estate 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s)

£15,399

Finance available £322 pm

2L
72.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Rangebrook Limited

01926352097 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (

£17,300

Finance available £344 pm

1.4L
37.4K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Sheffield

01145510576 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£22,490

1.5L
11.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,298

1.5L
20.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Fiat / Abarth (Falkirk)

01324465358 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (10) - GOLF

Low Mileage

£5,600

Finance available £103 pm

1.4L
40.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Jan London Trade Manchester

01216474048 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.0 TSI SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,300

Finance available £141 pm

1L
56.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SHEFFIELD DIRECT MOTORS

01143218700 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 5dr 1.0 TSi Life

£16,295

1L
24.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Frosts Chichester

01243219542 *

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 2020)

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 (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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