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.

5,238 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£26,000

Finance available £514 pm

2L
24.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Richard Nash Cars Ltd

01603931816 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps) 18 inch ALLOY

Low Mileage

£18,450

Finance available £358 pm

2L
45.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Rix Motors

01925917564 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 1.4 TSI SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (122 ps)

£2,895

1.4L
121.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Walmersleys Trade Centre

01614139856 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr

£19,495

Finance available £380 pm

2L
53.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Murray Motors (FRS) Ltd

01346410646 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (220 ps)

£13,531

Finance available £280 pm

2L
70.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

REVS (automotive) Limited

01205332693 *

Volkswagen Golf2001 (Y) - 1.9 TDI SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,689

1.9L
139.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Capital Cars UK Limited

01143996757 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI SE 3dr

£6,850

Finance available £131 pm

2L
108.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MCautosales

02879440626 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 2.0 TDI GTD Euro 5 5dr

£3,295

Finance available £51 pm

2L
149.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Greenlight Automotive Ltd

01254920838 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (130ps) Style EVO

Low Mileage

£17,491

1.5L
33.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.4 tsi bluemotion DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
66.5K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Cardiff Motors

02921921384 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - TSI Highline 5-Door

Reduced

£12,500

Finance available £257 pm

1.4L
31.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Magnum Motor Co

01252968428 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£18,599

Finance available £381 pm

1.5L
36.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG Auto

£21,246

2L
53.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Nissan Doncaster

01302245278 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 1.4 TSI 150 GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£8,290

Finance available £163 pm

1.4L
23.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

BABAN MOTORS

01216618726 *

Volkswagen Golf1989 (G) - 1.8 Clipper 2dr

Low Mileage

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.8L
123.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

Chess Valley Autos

01494296482 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£22,350

Finance available £439 pm

2L
41.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MCautosales

02879440626 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,250

Finance available £117 pm

1.6L
68.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

T&T (LEIC) CAR SALES LTD

01164646081 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - MK8 Facelift 1.5 eTSI (150ps) R-Line DSG + WINTER PACK + AREA VIEW 5-Door

£31,190

1.5L
3.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Southampton

02380017658 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,500

Finance available £286 pm

1.5L
20.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.4L
83.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

J and I Car Sales

01752987212 *

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 (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 3dr DSG

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