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.

5,263 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2003 (03) - 1.6 SE 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£1,995

1.6L
88.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Mintys Car Sales Ltd

01843269124 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI Match 5dr

Reduced

£6,395

Finance available £121 pm

2L
103.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

A&A Auto Sales

01832778585 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,695

Finance available £217 pm

25.5K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Luks car sales garage ltd

01162162323 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG

£18,578

2L
38.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - SE NAVIGATION TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5-Door

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1.6L
81.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Southwest Motor Company

01752982529 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDI S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,950

1.6L
101.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

R&J Trade Car Outlet Limited

01484503203 *

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

£7,994

Finance available £156 pm

1.6L
100.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Vivian Price Cars

01172331344 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£26,399

Finance available £556 pm

1.5L
5.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Birmingham

01217525223 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,200

Finance available £295 pm

1.5L
80.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Estate

PRO AUTOCARS LTD

01256587054 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

£22,298

1.5L
3.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (West Bromwich)

01215165456 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,500

Finance available £411 pm

2L
36.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Match Chester

01244207613 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.4 TSI SE Euro 5 5dr

£1,990

1.4L
131.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Brothers Motors Limited

02037639075 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 8 GTI 2.0 TSI 245PS 6-speed Manual | Winter Pack 5-Door

£22,990

Finance available £452 pm

2L
41.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG

£22,490

Finance available £441 pm

1.4L
29.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Camberley Volkswagen

01276543130 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDi S 5dr

£2,995

1.6L
144.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

NC Car Sales

01843262597 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - VOLKSWAGEN Golf 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Estate 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 5 (s/

Low Mileage

£10,499

1.4L
49.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Wilsons Used

02037808195 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

Reduced

£21,990

Finance available £431 pm

2L
62.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Top Gear Motors

02881440371 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 2.0 TSI R (Leather) Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 5 (270 ps)

£10,999

2L
67.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Optimus Cars Ltd

01924973777 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion Tech Match 5dr

£2,195

1.6L
177.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

The Trade Car Lot

01924973266 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

Reduced

£12,250

Finance available £251 pm

2L
115.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Central Car Sales

01524917288 *

4.1/5 Stars

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 (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 3dr DSG

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