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.

5,260 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 5-Door

Low Mileage

£18,995

Finance available £370 pm

1.5L
33.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Elgin Autos

01343610498 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE 5dr [Nav]

Low Mileage

£15,199

Finance available £311 pm

1.5L
12.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Motorpoint Newport

01633493027 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£14,400

Finance available £299 pm

2L
49.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

VAS Car Sales

02844330145 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

Low Mileage

£10,790

Finance available £219 pm

31.3K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

MD Cars

01327222386 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Match 5dr DSG

Reduced

£27,990

1.5L
1.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£12,470

1.5L
67.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Stockport

01616945314 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - MK8 Hatchback 5Dr 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line EVo DSG

£27,495

Finance available £544 pm

1.5L
8.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

John Clark Volkswagen Aberdeen

01224454474 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.0 SE NAVIGATION TSI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG 5d 109 BHP 5-Door

£11,149

Finance available £213 pm

1L
64.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr Ã¢ 18' 'Bergamo', Tow bar, Winter pac

Low Mileage

£23,249

Finance available £457 pm

1.5L
12.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - AUTOMATIC GTD TDI DSG 3-Door

Low Mileage

£6,995

2L
84.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Lottbridge Motoring Centre Ltd

01323407763 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

100

Low Mileage

£20,995

Finance available £411 pm

2L
50.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Ace Car Sales Bury

01618042294 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - Golf 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£23,251

Finance available £457 pm

2L
47.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Harpers Cumbria

01228273201 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£17,314

Finance available £342 pm

1.5L
40.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Mountsorrel

01162165589 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£21,990

Finance available £431 pm

1.5L
30.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - MK7 Facelift 2.0 TDI SE Nav 150PS 5Dr Manual

Low Mileage

£12,957

Finance available £267 pm

2L
51.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Cardiff)

02922672897 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps

£9,895

Finance available £199 pm

2L
81.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Daci Autos Bristol LTD

01172331343 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen GolfTDI Match

Low Mileage

£2,298

75.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Blackwood Used Car Ltd

02890021467 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr [Nav]

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

2L
73.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Murray Motors (FRS) Ltd

01346410646 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 5-Door

Reduced

£8,495

2L
70.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Manorfield Cars Ltd

01493809988 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.4 TSI GT Cabriolet DSG Euro 5 2dr

Low Mileage

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.4L
95.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

Velocity Auto Sales Ltd

01932559041 *

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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