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.

5,301 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£18,349

Finance available £376 pm

2L
51.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£24,298

1.5L
19.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Southampton

01414839954 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£15,000

Finance available £313 pm

2L
15.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

4motion Cars

01733977717 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,099

Finance available £370 pm

1.5L
33.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

£19,950

Finance available £389 pm

2L
75.7K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

The Roxburghe Group

01217288719 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,475

Finance available £189 pm

1.4L
93.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Oasis Cars Ltd

01474556253 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£16,500

Finance available £339 pm

1.5L
55.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Chris W Roads Ltd

01773301938 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£24,662

Finance available £539 pm

2L
31.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 - 1.6 TDi 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,150

Finance available £93 pm

1.6L
93.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Brian McManus Car Sales Ltd

02890021675 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr DSG

Reduced

£5,600

Finance available £103 pm

2L
118.8K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

CUDDLE CAR LTD

01615196691 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,450

Finance available £345 pm

2L
79.7K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Chase Lane Motors

01702904126 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£28,479

Finance available £565 pm

2L
17.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Autopoint

01436647028 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 Golf GTi Performance TSi Semi-Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£23,445

Finance available £461 pm

2L
27.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MP Auto Group Limited

01743295540 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr DSG

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

2L
115.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Green Tree Cars Ltd

01302976043 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - GTI TSI DSG 5-Door

£24,775

Finance available £488 pm

2L
45.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

JMV

01634564263 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 S 5dr

£5,699

Finance available £105 pm

1.6L
98.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

NK Sports and Prestige Centre

01332315079 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-LINE EDITION 5-Door

Reduced

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
42.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bespoke Motor Works Ltd

01642937532 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2006 - 2.0 TFSI GTI 3dr

Low Mileage

£5,750

Finance available £106 pm

2L
101.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hartlebury Cars

01562547645 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£30,949

Finance available £642 pm

2L
5.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evogo Limited

01145537251 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr MANUAL

Low Mileage

£23,990

1.5L
3.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Neyland)

01646400240 *

0/5 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 3dr DSG

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