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.

5,054 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf1993 - VOLKSWAGEN 1.8 CLIPPER KARMANN CONVERTIBLE * MODERN CLASSIC * FRESH IMPORT 2-Door

Low Mileage

£12,999

1.8L
70.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

The Car Warehouse

01642937563 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,299

Finance available £342 pm

2L
79.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AB Car Sales (South West) Ltd

01822661594 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,564

Finance available £423 pm

1.5L
14.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

Reduced

£11,249

Finance available £229 pm

1.6L
79.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Donnelly Automotive

02890023546 *

Volkswagen Golf1.4 Comfort Line Premium Edition Auto 5DR

Low Mileage

£7,495

49.7K
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Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

THE CARMARKET

02890023139 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr

£11,950

Finance available £245 pm

2L
79.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

A1 Autos

02890023133 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

£19,000

Finance available £410 pm

2L
62.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£22,995

1.5L
2.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Evesham

01386571259 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

2L
68.2K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Jack Reid Cars Carrickfergus

02893448937 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Estate 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£10,970

2L
55.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Dace Specialist Car Centre Manchester

01612417068 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (150ps) Style EVO

£17,299

1.5L
34.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Hedge End

01489661105 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 Tdi 200 Gtd 5Dr Dsg

£23,942

2L
50.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Darlington Volkswagen

01325525219 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Performance Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
104.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Master Cars Biggleswade Ltd

01767661224 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,669

Finance available £261 pm

1.5L
47.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cambridge Motorworks Ltd

01763290962 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£22,195

Finance available £435 pm

2L
19.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Pat Kirk Ltd

02871221794 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps) - HEATED SEATS -

Low Mileage

£26,689

Finance available £551 pm

2L
14.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Shrewsbury

01743292169 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,490

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
114.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Brookway Cars ltd

01515417904 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (58) - 1.4 TSI S 5dr

£1,595

1.4L
181.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ukandrewhunt

01172331353 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.6 TDI Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£14,250

Finance available £296 pm

1.6L
39.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

J Stuart & Co Ltd

01518322201 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (

Low Mileage

£13,495

Finance available £279 pm

1.4L
61.1K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Ring

01322476141 *

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 2016)

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 (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 5dr DSG

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