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.

5,266 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£24,995

Finance available £493 pm

2L
28.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

NAC MANCHESTER LTD

01612417467 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s

Low Mileage

£10,380

1.4L
54.8K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dace Car Supermarket

01616945306 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 3dr

Low Mileage

£10,849

Finance available £213 pm

1.4L
55.9K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - MK8 Hatchback 5Dr 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line EVO DSG 18' BERGAMO ALLOYS

£24,490

1.5L
12.1K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 99kW e-Golf 35kWh 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£10,798

28.8K
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Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Wigan)

01942597310 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£20,190

2L
43.2K
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Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Listers Volkswagen Worcester

01902240177 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,750

1.5L
10.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Worcester

01902240177 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.0 TSI 110 SE [Nav] 5dr

£10,199

Finance available £199 pm

1L
69.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£12,512

Finance available £242 pm

1.5L
47.4K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Carsa Durham

01388217377 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£22,750

Finance available £447 pm

1.5L
18.3K
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Manual
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£9,100

Finance available £181 pm

2L
64.1K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

Hammond Cars Great Yarmouth

01493806041 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s)

Reduced

£7,999

Finance available £156 pm

1.6L
84.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

AW Car House Ltd

01827213842 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 1.4 TSI SE DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,595

Finance available £58 pm

1.4L
97.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

RM Traders

01780430645 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£21,130

Finance available £414 pm

2L
33.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

David Hayton Ltd (Autostore Penrith)

01768800651 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£16,995

Finance available £357 pm

1.5L
46.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Adam Erwin

02894338792 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Cabriolet Euro 5 (s/s) 2dr

£3,890

Finance available £65 pm

2L
122.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Anglia Autos Ltd

01144788853 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,250

Finance available £140 pm

1.6L
71.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

DCX Car Sales

02890023222 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,550

Finance available £303 pm

2L
81.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Landmark Motors LTD

01375803848 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - TDI 184 DSG GTD 5-Door

£17,499

Finance available £376 pm

2L
57.5K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Hendy Car Store Exeter

01392342593 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£19,290

1.4L
36.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Glasshoughton Car Sales

01977803305 *

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 (2016 to 2020)

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
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

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