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 Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,989

Finance available £156 pm

1.5L
122.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorhub

01535281058 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,199

Finance available £228 pm

1.6L
44.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

FOW Trafford

01616969155 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

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£15,490

2L
29.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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02476936618 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) 10

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£17,823

Finance available £345 pm

1.5L
10.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cartime Rochdale

01615298277 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,599

Finance available £360 pm

1.5L
15.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

1.5L
62.9K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Jack Reid Cars Carrickfergus

02893448937 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£17,400

Finance available £311 pm

1.5L
34.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - MK8 Hatchback 5Dr 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line EVo DSG

Low Mileage

£23,751

1.5L
18.6K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Hedge End

01489661105 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£6,450

Finance available £122 pm

1.6L
107.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

SM Auto Sales

02890026930 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps) - ADAPT CR

£20,361

2L
74.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Cannock

01543227664 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,500

Finance available £235 pm

1.6L
45.5K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

John Clark MINI Aberdeen

01224453648 *

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

Low Mileage

£27,900

Finance available £479 pm

2L
6.7K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 TDI GT (Leather) DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,740

Finance available £151 pm

2L
65.2K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Beep Beep Cars Ltd

01913232953 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.5 TSI EVO BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£11,299

Finance available £230 pm

1.5L
50.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Estate

UK Car Sales

01792001638 *

2.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£10,750

Finance available £218 pm

1.6L
63.6K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Crawford Car Sales (NI) Ltd

02889440217 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 Etsi Mhev Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid Dsg Euro 6 s/s 150 Ps

Low Mileage

£16,495

Finance available £339 pm

1.5L
27.3K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

EMG Motor Group Kings Lynn

01553605787 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (30

Low Mileage

£18,895

Finance available £368 pm

2L
40.5K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Daci Autos Bristol LTD

01172331343 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr Automatic

Low Mileage

£18,595

1.4L
26.7K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Simon Bailes Peugeot - Northallerton

01609711378 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,490

1.6L
29.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - se

Reduced

£9,990

Finance available £201 pm

1.4L
22.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

V P I Used Car Sales Limited

02039377580 *

3.5/5 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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