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.

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (Z2) - 1.0 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

£14,695

Finance available £306 pm

1L
66.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Burch Autos Limited

02890021865 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.4L
66.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Lodge Hill Garage Ltd

01865411815 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(12) - 2.0 TDI GT (Leather) Euro 5 3dr

£3,895

Finance available £65 pm

115.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Not Supplied

A1 Car Shop Ltd

01462412937 *

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

£23,900

Finance available £411 pm

2L
29.1K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,995

Finance available £390 pm

2L
57.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Baskeyfield Motors Limited

01782917824 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

£18,999

Finance available £394 pm

1.5L
19.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Derby

01332419211 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Reduced

£17,950

Finance available £348 pm

2L
44.5K
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Hatchback

Mark 1 Car Sales

01412601431 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£9,750

Finance available £196 pm

2L
62.7K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Rainham Motors LTD

01708205565 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr

£4,800

Finance available £85 pm

1.6L
110.3K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

Carex Car Sales

01243978025 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (58) - 2.0 S SDI 5dr [AC]

Reduced

£895

2L
166.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

SK CAR COMPANY LTD

01384885534 *

Volkswagen Golf2005 - 1.6 Golf SE Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,750

Finance available £61 pm

1.6L
68.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Shop For Cars

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - TSI Style 5-Door

Low Mileage

£16,999

Finance available £365 pm

1.5L
31.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hendy Car Store Exeter

01392342593 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£33,898

2L
15.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Inverness MINI

01463210682 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£29,250

2L
12.1K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Scunthorpe

01724708058 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£25,995

Finance available £513 pm

1.5L
21.2K
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Automatic
Hatchback

The Van Franchise Ltd

01472907972 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,998

1.5L
27.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen/MG (Rutherglen)

01414839932 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 2.0 TDI Style Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£13,470

2L
82.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Stockport

01616945314 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 3dr

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.4L
75.8K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

2G2A

02890022123 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

2L
98.6K
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Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Silverstone Cars Limited

01708206414 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£17,065

1.5L
28.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

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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