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.

5,346 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (204 ps)

Low Mileage

£9,800

£197/pm (HP)

1.4L
64.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Hammond Cars Norwich

01603937224 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI GTI 3dr

£15,995

£335/pm (HP)

2L
77.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Empire Autos NI

02890023547 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI GTD 3door

Low Mileage

£14,495

£302/pm (HP)

2L
32.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Rydon Car Sales Exeter

01392342738 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 2009 VW GOLF 2.0 TDi 170 GTD 5dr 6 SPEED FULL LEATHER FSH

£2,995

2L
197.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

LE10 MOTORS COMPANY LTD

02477714651 *

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

Low Mileage

£8,989

£178/pm (HP)

1.4L
62.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Auto Investments UK Ltd

01162165682 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 S 5dr

£5,995

£112/pm (HP)

1.6L
115.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

DCX Car Sales

02890023222 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

£13,990

£290/pm (HP)

2L
85.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mervyn Stewart Used Select

02895908140 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£25,900

2L
42.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Loughborough

01509274556 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,500

£360/pm (HP)

2L
52.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AMS Cars

01992367189 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,500

£279/pm (HP)

1.4L
102.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Formby Car Centre

01515410426 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

£13,995

£290/pm (HP)

2L
94.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Nick Bonar Cars

02893440727 *

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

Low Mileage

£18,550

£287/pm (PCP)

1.4L
25.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£17,790

£338/pm (PCP)

2L
77.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars Direct Peterborough Limited

01733971397 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Estate 5dr Auto Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£10,495

1.5L
81.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Wavertree Car Centre

01513189401 *

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

Low Mileage

£15,450

£323/pm (HP)

2L
73.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Autoever Limited

01614700226 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£28,995

£444/pm (PCP)

2L
24.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Basingstoke Volkswagen

01256634772 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Reduced

£14,995

£313/pm (HP)

2L
82.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

Revitupukcom

01244268811 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£6,817

£130/pm (HP)

1.4L
92.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wilson Wheels

01708973692 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TDI R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£15,795

£331/pm (HP)

2L
60.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Autohub Northampton

01604343474 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (58) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,994

2L
66.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

TMB Van Sales

01618042445 *

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.

Used Volkswagen Golf snapshot review

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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 (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 3dr DSG

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