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.

5,172 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf1991 (J) - 1.8 GTi 3dr

Low Mileage

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

1.8L
117.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ideal Car Sales Norfolk

01366310983 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 8 GTI 2.0 TSI 245PS 7-speed DSG 5 Door

£23,795

2L
45.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Specialist Cars Dunfermline

01383347079 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - LIFE TSI 5-Door

£11,995

1.5L
81.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SLD Autos

01443801332 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£21,750

1.5L
11.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Prestige Cars Kent

01689669471 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

Reduced

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.6L
44.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Armstrong Massey Driffield

01377310214 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI R-Line Edition ACT 150PS DSG 5Dr

Low Mileage

£16,795

1.4L
20.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

John Clark Volkswagen Aberdeen

01224454474 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) - 17IN ALL

£15,492

Finance available £304 pm

1.5L
72.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Durham

01388217377 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

Reduced

£19,740

Finance available £385 pm

2L
37.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Mallusk

02890026957 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

£29,022

2L
34.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Skipton

01535280951 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,999

Finance available £306 pm

1.5L
25.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Birtley

01913387241 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£33,998

2L
21.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Kilmarnock Hyundai / Vanstore

01563590228 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5-Door

Low Mileage

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

2L
38.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Exclusive Motors Of GB LTD

02038978672 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - MK7 Facelift 1.0 TSI SE 115PS 5Dr Manual

Low Mileage

£13,927

1L
21.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Cardiff)

02922672897 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,350

Finance available £365 pm

1.5L
12.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.6 TDI Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,990

Finance available £201 pm

1.6L
82.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

The Carnet

01234237527 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - BLUEMOTION TDI 5-Door

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

1.6L
90.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Reo Car Sales

01291441528 *

3.7/5 Stars

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

£8,199

Finance available £161 pm

1.6L
84.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

AW Car House Ltd

01827213842 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£18,649

Finance available £382 pm

1.5L
29.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£15,499

Finance available £314 pm

1.5L
49.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01452227360 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,887

Finance available £221 pm

2L
100.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Sk1 Cars Limited

01615196725 *

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 (2016 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 / 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

Sixth Generation (2009 to 2016)

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 - 2
MPG:: 33 - 74
Acceleration:: 5.5 - 13.9 seconds
Boot space:: 250 - 505 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
1.2 TSI S 2dr
Cheapest
1.4 S 3dr
Fastest
2.0 TSI R 4MOTION 3dr DSG

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