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.

5,135 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,750

Finance available £285 pm

2L
100.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AMR Motors Limited

01484503310 *

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

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
86.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

EVOLVE MOTOR GROUP LTD

01793680983 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£23,290

2L
18.4K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 5-Door

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2L
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Hatchback

Opus Automotive Cars Ltd

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

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£41,650

2L
3.5K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

01452227271 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (110 b

Low Mileage

£13,377

Finance available £277 pm

1L
33.1K
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Hatchback

NS Cars

01515561833 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,495

Finance available £257 pm

2L
85.4K
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Hatchback

Harris Motor Group

01924942328 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 1.6 TDI Match DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,495

Finance available £100 pm

1.6L
88.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Lomond Auto Centre

01389311235 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£18,495

2L
56.0K
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Hatchback

Motortrust UK Garstang

01942365158 *

Volkswagen Golf2003 (03) - 3.2 R32 Hatchback 5dr Petrol Ulez

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3.2L
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Hatchback

W R Car Sales Limited

01274087616 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 GT TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG 5d 148 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£13,350

2L
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Hatchback

Bob Davies Car Sales

01495362191 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

65.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrights Motors

01366310748 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG Auto

£21,246

2L
53.4K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Nissan Doncaster

01302245278 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£1,399

1.6L
191.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Z a motors

01785336152 *

Volkswagen Golf1997 (P) - 1.8 2dr

Low Mileage

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.8L
113.2K
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Petrol
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Convertible

Crave Motors Ltd

01793550959 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.2 TSI S 5dr DSG ULEZ

£6,990

Finance available £134 pm

1.2L
12.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Left Hand Drive Place

01256679126 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr DSG

£7,750

Finance available £151 pm

1.6L
108.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Martin Traynor Motors

02838299002 *

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

Low Mileage

£26,990

1.5L
199.0
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Nuneaton

02476930658 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£27,995

Finance available £555 pm

2L
14.0K
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Automatic
Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Worksop

01455241730 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - Match Edition 1.4 TSI 125 PS 6-speed manual 5 Door Manual

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£10,000

1.4L
66.0K
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Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Weston-super-Mare

01934319038 *

4.7/5 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 (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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