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.

5,210 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2019 (6E) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£16,990

Finance available £357 pm

2L
65.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Warehouse Ltd

01614705714 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr DSG

Reduced

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1.4L
44.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

BELLE VUE MOTORS

01697920510 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 TSI 2025MY Match 5-Door

£21,791

1.5L
16.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Hedge End

01489661105 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,885

1.4L
48.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Honda Blackburn

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Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (210 ps)

Low Mileage

£8,495

2L
61.1K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Central Car Sales

01524917288 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 TDi 140 BlueMotion Tech GT 5dr [Leather]

Low Mileage

£4,500

2L
67.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Oldbury Car Sales

01216474046 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Diesel Hatchback

£29,778

2L
4.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

South Hereford Volkswagen Hereford

01432809890 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

£10,595

Finance available £214 pm

1.6L
84.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Hynes Motors

02890023625 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 Golf R DSG 4WD 5dr

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

2L
80.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

RallySport Automotive Limited

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4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 - 1.4 TSI GT 5-Door

Low Mileage

£3,995

1.4L
70.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Fine Motors Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£21,698

1.5L
15.6K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Doncaster)

01302986692 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(21) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£15,000

72.4K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Not Supplied

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.0 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,980

Finance available £245 pm

1L
20.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Stevenage

01438584759 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG Automatic

Reduced

£40,200

2L
3.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

01452227271 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£18,200

Finance available £377 pm

1.5L
37.3K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Norwich

01603567768 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

£7,995

2L
132.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Archvale Car Sales

02890022125 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£13,750

Finance available £285 pm

2L
99.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

RM Trade Sales

02890023693 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 S 5dr

£7,250

Finance available £140 pm

1.6L
98.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

McNulty Motors Ltd

02887441320 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (

Low Mileage

£13,899

1.4L
58.1K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Pinetree Car Superstore Tonypandy

01443806091 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£4,556

1.6L
134.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MAJESTIC JOURNEYS LTD

01753387030 *

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 (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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