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.

5,290 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,498

Finance available £401 pm

1.4L
9.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Newcastle BYD

01916071118 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (03) - 3.2 R32 Hatchback 5dr Petrol Ulez

Reduced

£23,995

Finance available £472 pm

3.2L
35.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
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W R Car Sales Limited

01274087616 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£24,495

Finance available £483 pm

1.5L
4.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Phillips (Lisburn) Ltd

02892791480 *

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

£32,998

2L
27.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Fiat/Abarth (Glasgow)

01416118816 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (62) - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,595

Finance available £58 pm

1.2L
92.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Top Gear Harrow Ltd

02038895522 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 2.0 TDI CR S Euro 5 5dr

£1,995

2L
155.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Midlands Car Trader

01332325484 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.6L
93.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Beehive Cars

01204939561 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG

£5,250

Finance available £95 pm

2L
181.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

CARS4YOU

01274089739 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (110 ps)

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

1.6L
75.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cattedown Trade Centre

01752426030 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5door 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£21,990

Finance available £431 pm

2L
36.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Cherry Tree Cars

01482947563 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 1.4 TSI S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.4L
103.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Zone

01753968048 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,480

Finance available £145 pm

1.4L
77.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vision Motors Direct Ltd

01942367552 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£14,998

1.5L
45.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Ayr BYD

01292432784 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£13,700

Finance available £234 pm

1.5L
46.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

£24,000

Finance available £524 pm

2L
45.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Thurlow Nunn Norwich

01603337183 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 Golf GTD TDI Semi-Auto 5dr

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

2L
103.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Warwickshire Prestige Cars

02475105246 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,490

Finance available £56 pm

1.6L
93.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Lancashire Autos LTD

01254457567 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£27,899

Finance available £589 pm

2L
7.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Sheffield

01143086607 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

2L
98.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

One Stop Motors Dewsbury

01924665170 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£12,290

1.5L
44.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Keywise Cars Ltd

01392344397 *

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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