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.

5,174 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2001 (51)

Low Mileage

£1,500

2.3L
63.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

Brooklands Car Sales

01797331003 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI R 5-Door

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

2L
60.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

MB Motor Group

01133236318 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£16,426

1.5L
12.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Ford Kings Norton

01217288857 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.0 Golf Match Edition TSi BlueMotion 5dr

Reduced

£7,999

1L
79.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Drive Dayles Ltd

01206355498 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,749

Finance available £195 pm

1.6L
70.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arrow Motor Company

01325520199 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - SE NAVIGATION TSI EVO 5-Door

£11,495

Finance available £234 pm

1.5L
76.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Southwest Motor Company

01752982529 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

£7,995

2L
100.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Wheels In Motion Sherborne

01935311739 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 333 R 20 Years 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£35,990

Finance available £719 pm

2L
15.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Greg Mitchell Motors

02881440365 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£20,356

1.5L
16.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Reading

01189077016 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£24,995

Finance available £493 pm

2L
22.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

McKinney Motors

02837440713 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE 3-Door

£3,995

1.4L
135.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SEATON CAR SALES LIMITED

01429802613 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.4 GTE DSG 5d 150 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£15,990

1.4L
41.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Formula 1 Car Supermarket

01324464853 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£9,695

Finance available £194 pm

2L
69.6K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Pavillion Car Sales - Crawley

01293247813 *

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

£7,950

Finance available £155 pm

2L
101.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cambridgeshire Motor House LTD

01733666971 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£4,995

2L
125.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Poolstock Car Sales Limited

01942597424 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 - ADIDAS EDITION + IMPORT + RARE MODEL + 77K + DSG

Low Mileage

£6,495

2L
77.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Mexus

02037639082 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£16,490

Finance available £265 pm

2L
39.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Fusco Vehicle Sales

02891249214 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI PHEV GTE Advance DSG 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,700

Finance available £351 pm

1.4L
32.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Turners of Roborough

01752427448 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - GTI Performance 2.0 TSI DSG ( 245 bhp ) 3-Door

£17,995

Finance available £349 pm

2L
76.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Elgin Autos

01343610498 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI SE 5dr [Nav]

£8,950

Finance available £178 pm

2L
83.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

MH Motors

02890021687 *

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 5dr DSG

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