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.

5,115 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

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

Low Mileage

£30,000

Finance available £596 pm

2L
4.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Saxton 4x4

01245202306 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 2.0 TDi 170 GTD 12 Months Mot 5-Door

£1,995

2L
198.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Sour Motors

01613887661 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 1.6 FSI S 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,249

1.6L
132.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AMC Car Sales

01212722821 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.4 S 1 owner from new Full Mot 5-Door

Low Mileage

£2,999

1.4L
70.0K
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Hatchback

Saltway Motors

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Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 Golf SE BlueMotion Technology TDI 5dr

£5,999

2L
116.0K
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Hatchback

Drive Dayles Ltd

01206355498 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£25,098

1.5L
5.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Wishaw)

01698537718 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 R-line TSI 5DR Hatch Petrol

Low Mileage

£21,489

Finance available £421 pm

1.5L
7.4K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Direct Cars Limited

01145510336 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion 5dr

£1,995

1.6L
181.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Atlantic Motorzone Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5 DOOR DSG AUTOMATIC

Low Mileage

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
79.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MITCHELLS FLEET MANAGEMENT LTD

01412601331 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr DSG

£5,550

1.6L
128.5K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Hamstead Autos

01213872419 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£18,014

Finance available £388 pm

1.5L
53.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

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£19,995

1.5L
6.0K
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Hatchback

Motortrust UK Garstang

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Volkswagen Golf2008 (08) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr

£1,999

2L
151.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Penarth Marina Sales and Boat Services

02921676478 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

£13,650

Finance available £283 pm

1.6L
55.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Hazelton Motors

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Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Active Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) Touchscree

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£15,250

Finance available £293 pm

1.5L
64.3K
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Hatchback

Cartime Bury

01613887693 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,695

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1.5L
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Hatchback

Luks car sales garage ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£6,300

1.4L
130.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Finance Carshop Limited

01165093339 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£21,799

Finance available £465 pm

2L
48.5K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Trafford

01616969155 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf1998 - LEFT HAND DRIVE 1.8 GTi 20V TURBO LIMITED EDITION 137 BHP 5DR HATCH

Reduced

£4,295

2L
120.0K
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Hatchback

Chesham Left Hand Drive Centre

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3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

2L
81.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

B Mullan Motors

02890026315 *

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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