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.

5,285 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£17,400

Finance available £311 pm

1.5L
34.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDI Match Euro 5 5dr

Reduced

£3,292

Finance available £51 pm

1.6L
107.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Class Auto Ltd

01254947714 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.6 TDI Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£12,299

Finance available £237 pm

1.6L
49.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr DSG

£13,195

Finance available £272 pm

1.5L
67.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Crossroads Motors Chillham

01227230545 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDI 105 BlueMotion Tech S 5dr

£3,750

Finance available £61 pm

1.6L
128.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

M&M Automotive

01590631653 *

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

Low Mileage

£33,998

2L
23.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Bristol

01416118398 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 99kW e-Golf 35kWh 5dr Auto

£9,799

50.0K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£28,990

Finance available £575 pm

2L
20.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars to Go

01202099943 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£19,000

Finance available £326 pm

2L
43.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,699

Finance available £105 pm

1.6L
111.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

WHEELS 4 LESS NORFOLK LTD

01603937331 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2006 - R32 3-Door

Low Mileage

£6,999

Finance available £134 pm

3.2L
124.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Uppingham Car Sales

01572490993 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (56)

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

3.2L
54.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

JD Motors

01922666588 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£17,950

Finance available £348 pm

2L
79.8K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

TJ Hamilton & Co

02886273062 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - BLUEMOTION TDI 5-Door

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

1.6L
105.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Chris Waite Car Sales Ltd

01495369898 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI GTD 3dr DSG

Low Mileage

£11,650

Finance available £238 pm

2L
71.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Ratcliffe Car Sales

02890026912 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG [Nav]

Low Mileage

£15,542

Finance available £325 pm

1.4L
13.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Renault Retail Group Cardiff

02921675772 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - MATCH TSI EVO 5-Door

£12,500

Finance available £257 pm

1.5L
77.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FTC Auto Sales

01932687774 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 2.0 TDI Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,600

Finance available £326 pm

2L
48.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£7,895

Finance available £154 pm

1.6L
53.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

ASH CAR SALES

01480276326 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG + REAR TINTS

£19,993

2L
49.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Southampton

02380017658 *

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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