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.

5,242 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,289

Finance available £396 pm

1.5L
15.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Direct Cars Limited

01145510336 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,942

1.5L
14.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Milton Keynes

01908926622 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£13,750

Finance available £285 pm

2L
105.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Ck Car Sales

01902925988 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (03) - 3.2 R32 3dr

£49,500

Finance available £996 pm

3.2L
23.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

D N Trade Motors Ltd

01145537267 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.4 TSI 150 GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£8,994

1.4L
44.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Cars 4 U

02038731380 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf1991 (H) - 1.8 GTI 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,495

1.8L
125.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

T and T Motors

01924665188 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Manual

Low Mileage

£19,290

1.5L
12.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Newport)

01633747928 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,750

Finance available £263 pm

1.5L
49.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Stonebridge Motor Company

01932687848 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 1.4 S 80 5dr [AC]

Low Mileage

£1,499

1.4L
127.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

New Street Autos

01212722016 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.0 eTSI MHEV Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,500

Finance available £405 pm

1L
10.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) Au

£12,105

Finance available £248 pm

1.5L
76.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Days of Haverfordwest

01437768000 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

2L
41.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

L M North East LTD

07375391055 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.0 TSI Active 5dr

£17,899

1L
25.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,990

Finance available £370 pm

2L
50.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mi-Next Car

01158384494 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0L STYLE TDI DSG 5d 148 BHP 5-Door

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

2L
109.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorhouse (Beds) Ltd

01234676818 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£12,899

Finance available £258 pm

1.6L
51.9K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch

02037808144 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,490

Finance available £324 pm

2L
47.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

GSG Cars

01902916093 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG

£9,985

Finance available £201 pm

2L
97.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Aventus Motors LTD

01162165602 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

2L
82.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

Diesels Direct

01502441258 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 5 DOOR HATCHBACK

£5,750

1.4L
65.6K
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Petrol
Manual
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A7 Cars Ltd

01164787049 *

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 (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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