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.

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Estate 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,250

Finance available £318 pm

2L
56.1K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

Chris W Roads Ltd

01773301938 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TDI Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£17,950

Finance available £379 pm

2L
26.3K
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Hatchback

Car Planet Watford

01923927636 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 SE [Nav] 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,999

Finance available £156 pm

1.5L
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Hatchback

EN AUTOMOTIVE

01384881208 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

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£7,999

Finance available £156 pm

1.6L
58.0K
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Hatchback

Joseph David Simm Ltd

01670339826 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.0 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

£11,895

Finance available £243 pm

1L
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Hatchback

Ideal Car Centre Ltd

01902544596 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 SE TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5DR Manual

£6,395

Finance available £121 pm

1.6L
97.0K
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Hatchback

Excel Vehicle Sales Ltd

01524938896 *

4.6/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£7,195

Finance available £138 pm

1.4L
87.1K
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Hatchback

Atherstone Garage

01827215683 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£17,478

Finance available £376 pm

2L
104.4K
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Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps) Automatic

Low Mileage

£32,995

2L
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Hatchback

Sinclair Direct Bridgend

01656339498 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Launch Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£6,950

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2L
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Exclusive Autos Ltd

01923919062 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£20,619

1.5L
15.4K
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Hatchback

South Hereford Volkswagen Hereford

01432809890 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 - S TSI +ULEZ COMPLIANT+FULL HISTORY+02/26 MOT+3M WARRANTY 5-Door

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£3,910

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1.2L
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Hatchback

GL1 Car Sales

01452224639 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr DSG

Reduced

£6,796

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2L
87.4K
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Motor Express

07305693901 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD 5-Door

£7,999

Finance available £156 pm

2L
142.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Chester Motor Company

01207262648 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI 130ps Style Ed EVO MANUAL

£19,999

1.5L
18.2K
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Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Bridgend)

01656330795 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£28,990

2L
25.3K
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Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Evesham

01386571259 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI Black Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£29,978

Finance available £569 pm

1.5L
25.0
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 1.0 TSI Match BlueMotion Edition 5dr DSG

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£10,990

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1L
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Preseli Car Sales

01834820915 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

£12,975

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1.6L
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B.McNally & Sons

02879440952 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (150ps) R-Line EVO WINTER PACK, REAR CAM

£19,990

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1.5L
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Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4.2/5 Stars

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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