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.

5,273 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 8 GTI 2.0 TSI 245PS 6-speed Manual 5 Door

Low Mileage

£24,495

2L
23.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

John Clark Volkswagen Aberdeen

01224454474 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,300

Finance available £275 pm

1.5L
39.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hammond Cars Norwich

01603937224 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 - 1.4 Twist hatch petrol 5-Door

Low Mileage

£4,395

1.4L
67.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Fine Motors Ltd

01162165628 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£28,900

Finance available £611 pm

2L
12.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,990

Finance available £223 pm

2L
62.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Mi-Next Car

01158384494 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,895

Finance available £340 pm

1.5L
21.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Range Manchester

01618048254 *

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

Low Mileage

£32,498

2L
11.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Bristol

01416118398 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

£4,795

1.4L
107.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Tnd Car Sales LTD

01233555386 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£16,998

1.5L
42.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Sydenham

01414839958 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£20,698

1.5L
27.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Edinburgh Sighthill MS / Fiat / Abarth / BYD

01313702482 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(19) - 1.6 TDI GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£10,800

67.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Not Supplied

Big Motoring World Norwich

01603567768 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.0 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 bhp)

Reduced

£8,795

Finance available £174 pm

1L
88.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Swale Auto Sales II LTD

01748906162 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£22,480

1.5L
13.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Barnstaple

01271443056 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr (Rear Parking Sensors)(Adaptive C

£15,000

1.5L
27.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Inivicta Omoda Jaecoo & Motorparks Preston

01772347475 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (8N) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps)

Low Mileage

£10,395

Finance available £210 pm

1.4L
62.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hartington Motors

01942365314 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI SE Estate 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 5 (105 ps)

£4,495

1.6L
111.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

RH Motor Sales Ltd

01594801996 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps)

Reduced

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

2L
91.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

N K Car Sales Ltd

01143086541 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.6L
86.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Armagh Auto Sales

02837442284 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG

£6,850

2L
136.2K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Gheorghe Van Sales Ltd

01614700092 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.2 TSI DSG Auto Petrol Bluemotion

£8,995

1.2L
43.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

IMPORT AUTOS LIMITED

01628565038 *

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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