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.

5,522 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,194

£183/pm (HP)

1.6L
89.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Shift Automotive

01255449902 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (15) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s)

Low Mileage

£8,140

£160/pm (HP)

1.4L
43.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Smart Wheel Motors

02039467705 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech GT Estate 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£12,200

1.4L
57.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Stourbridge Motors

01384319482 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - MK7 Facelift 2.0 TDI R-Line 150PS DSG 5 5-Door

Low Mileage

£19,990

£735/pm (HP)

2L
19.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI Style Edition 5dr

£19,349

£329/pm (PCP)

1.5L
23.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Sheffield

01143086607 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance Hatchback 3dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£18,489

£447/pm (PCP)

2L
46.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Stirling Cars Ltd

01992661749 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 Tsi Bluemotion Tech Se Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Dsg Euro 6 s/s 125 Ps

Low Mileage

£12,595

£259/pm (HP)

1.4L
44.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mantles Used Cars Royston

01763291130 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG + 19' ESTORIL ALLOYS + WINTER PACK

Reduced

£33,442

2L
11.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

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

Low Mileage

£33,100

£519/pm (PCP)

2L
13.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Kingsbridge

01904237124 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI 5dr

£5,495

1.6L
135.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Cardiff Cars Sales

02920028847 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£26,190

£409/pm (PCP)

2L
27.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Penton Citroen Peugeot and DS Christchurch

01202099861 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 2.0 TDI GT DSG 5dr

£1,399

2L
184.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

BM CARS WATFORD LTD T/A Chiswell Green Cars

01923927506 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (64) - 1.6 MATCH TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5d 103 BHP 5-Door

£5,690

£105/pm (HP)

1.6L
104.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

QPX Wheels

01616965741 *

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

Low Mileage

£17,990

£377/pm (HP)

2L
45.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Match Crewe

01270441019 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£24,698

1.5L
5.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Elgin Renault / Dacia / Fiat / Abarth

01343612236 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£12,995

£268/pm (HP)

1.5L
86.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Southwest Motor Company

01752982529 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£31,700

£485/pm (PCP)

2L
14.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

Low Mileage

£9,200

£161/pm (PCP)

42.2K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Norwich

01603567768 *

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

Low Mileage

£37,000

£561/pm (PCP)

2L
10.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vospers CUPRA & SEAT Plymouth

01752425669 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

£12,495

£257/pm (HP)

1.6L
68.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Murrays of Randalstown

02894330178 *

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 (2016 to 2020)

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
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

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