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.

5,208 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD 5-Door

£8,975

Finance available £178 pm

2L
98.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

The Motor World MCR LTD

01616944305 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - VW 5Dr Style Edition 1.5

£17,799

Finance available £308 pm

1.5L
34.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Gates of Harlow

01279967327 *

4.3/5 Stars

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

£11,989

Finance available £246 pm

1.5L
70.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Yorkshire Vehicle Solutions Harrogate Ltd

01423648648 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 2.0 TDI SE Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,390

2L
118.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

LD Car Sales

01179926579 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG Auto

£22,991

2L
35.3K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Taunton

01823211157 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,956

Finance available £314 pm

1.5L
26.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Mountsorrel

01162165589 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2001 - GTI

Reduced

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

72.0K
Miles
Not Supplied
Manual
Not Supplied

Kars of Falmouth

01326331223 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps)

Low Mileage

£8,798

Finance available £174 pm

1.6L
45.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MQAS CARS LTD

01254946245 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£25,495

Finance available £503 pm

2L
47.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Crawford Clarke Cars

02890022258 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (62) - 1.2 TSI S DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.2L
41.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

IBRA CARS LTD

01163668353 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£24,700

Finance available £424 pm

2L
28.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,698

1.5L
25.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Exeter

01414839930 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 - 3.2 Golf R32 4WD 3dr

Low Mileage

£14,000

Finance available £290 pm

56.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FS Performance Ltd

01582280332 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,349

Finance available £289 pm

2L
23.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01792001651 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

£36,898

2L
16.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Glasgow Corvette / Maserati / LUXE

01414049937 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - R-LINE EDITION TDI DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£17,999

Finance available £372 pm

2L
38.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Wilsons Used

02037808195 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 p

Low Mileage

£10,900

Finance available £221 pm

2L
70.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Hammond Cars Norwich

01603937224 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen GolfGTI ULEZ compliant 5-Door

Reduced

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

2L
59.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Atlan Motors (London) Ltd

02038895374 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - GTD TDI DSG [PANORMAIC ROOF, ADELAIDE ALLOYS, REVERSE CAMERA, HEATED SEATS 5-Door

£32,985

2L
15.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Brooklands Motor Centres

01135321282 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,769

Finance available £342 pm

1.5L
40.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 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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