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.

5,234 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5dr

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£13,991

1.5L
37.5K
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Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Southampton

02380017658 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

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£7,495

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1.4L
77.0K
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Hatchback

Wightmans Used Car Centre

01843269541 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£14,996

Finance available £313 pm

1.5L
61.5K
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Essex Car Store

01376319739 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,250

Finance available £318 pm

1.5L
34.0K
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Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Volkswagen Golf(64) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

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£10,449

Finance available £211 pm

31.0K
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M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

£16,795

Finance available £353 pm

2L
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Hatchback

Tenby Car Supermarket

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245

£17,499

1.4L
53.5K
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Hatchback

HPL Motors Preston

01772957419 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Active DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,050

Finance available £314 pm

1.5L
67.7K
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Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 Golf GTD 3dr

£7,845

Finance available £153 pm

2L
116.2K
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Hatchback

RallySport Automotive Limited

01206489764 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

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£16,300

Finance available £288 pm

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Big Motoring World Cannock

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (70) - 2.0 TDI Life Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

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01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£15,945

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Hatchback

George O'Hara Motors

02877440245 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (2

£13,400

1.4L
84.0K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Carworld Supermarket

01733794246 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr

£7,850

Finance available £153 pm

1.6L
103.4K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cathedral Road Car Sales

02837440625 *

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

Low Mileage

£17,489

1.5L
22.9K
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Audi Southampton

02380017835 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech R-Line Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (

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£12,495

Finance available £257 pm

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Hatchback

Oakwood Specialist Cars

01918237768 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (18) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£11,840

Finance available £242 pm

1.4L
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Smart Wheel Motors

02039467705 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

2L
101.4K
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GMC 2000

01134680586 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,700

Finance available £381 pm

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Hatchback

Big Motoring World Cannock

01543221765 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

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£18,498

1.5L
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Arnold Clark Bathgate

01506353072 *

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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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