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.

5,115 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£14,697

Finance available £294 pm

1.5L
39.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Birmingham

01215165158 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps)

£10,490

Finance available £212 pm

1.4L
81.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cantilever Car Centre

01925917573 *

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

Low Mileage

£19,280

Finance available £376 pm

1.5L
19.8K
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Manual
Hatchback

Thurlow Nunn Lowestoft

01502440235 *

Volkswagen Golf2003 - GTI T 3-Door

Low Mileage

£5,990

1.8L
67.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

V P I Used Car Sales Limited

02039377580 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2006 (06) - 2.0 FSI GT 5dr

£1,099

2L
169.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Z a motors

01785336152 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDi 105 Match 5dr

Reduced

£2,495

1.6L
127.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

BROOKE CARS M65 LIMITED

01254457250 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,000

Finance available £223 pm

1.4L
61.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Richardsons Car Sales

01522458038 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (230 ps)

£13,795

Finance available £286 pm

2L
86.6K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Tenby Car Supermarket

01582280726 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG auto 200 bhp

Low Mileage

£26,995

Finance available £534 pm

2L
20.9K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Carjoy UK Limited

01224019779 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf1.2 TSI S 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,450

1.2L
45.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MAX MOTORS LTD

01293247844 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,698

1.5L
32.3K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Leyland)

01772283744 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - R

Low Mileage

£22,995

Finance available £452 pm

35.0K
Miles
Not Supplied
Automatic
Not Supplied

C&S MOTORS LIMITED

01616721743 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 p

£12,495

Finance available £257 pm

2L
84.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motoring Way LTD

01495361519 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 - TFSI GTI 3-Door

Low Mileage

£6,995

2L
85.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Barnsley Commercial Sales Ltd

01226107459 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£22,998

1.5L
9.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Stoke on Trent)

01782432704 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - MK8 1.5 eTSI Style EVO (150ps) DSG Estate 5-Door

Low Mileage

£20,795

Finance available £407 pm

1.5L
21.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Estate

Drift Bridge Volkswagen Epsom

01372238273 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
102.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

BELLE VUE MOTORS

01697920510 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - GT TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5-Door

Reduced

£5,495

2L
120.1K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

Burrfields Car Sales

02382146937 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr DSG

£5,450

1.4L
139.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

CARS4YOU

01274089739 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s)

£9,991

Finance available £201 pm

1.4L
85.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cardiff Trade Sales Ltd

02922679489 *

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 2016)

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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