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.

5,258 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£18,498

1.5L
24.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (West Calder)

01506533740 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDI Match Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,999

Finance available £67 pm

1.6L
93.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

WHEELS 4 LESS NORFOLK LTD

01603937331 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr - Discover Navigation - Front

£16,195

1.5L
28.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorparks Warrington

01925875960 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£15,945

Finance available £334 pm

2L
48.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

George O'Hara Motors

02877440245 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (73) - 1.0 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

£16,990

Finance available £328 pm

1L
21.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cartime Bury

01613887693 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 300 R 3dr 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£20,759

Finance available £428 pm

2L
47.3K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Store Birmingham

01216618749 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£24,200

Finance available £434 pm

1.5L
15.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£15,199

Finance available £311 pm

1.5L
39.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Castleford

01977800692 *

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

Low Mileage

£13,799

Finance available £286 pm

1.5L
51.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

RH Motor Sales Ltd

01594801996 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 2dr

Low Mileage

£3,900

Finance available £65 pm

1.6L
65.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Leos Garage LTD

01312874294 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (122 ps

Reduced

£10,695

Finance available £217 pm

1.4L
40.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Leeds Motor Company (Commercial Road)

01134676267 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 110 BlueMotion 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.6L
77.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Mac Motors

02890023774 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 TDI 140 Sportline 5dr

£3,695

Finance available £60 pm

2L
122.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Mike Bass

01884211283 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,800

1.4L
20.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Stoneacre Teesside Lexus

01642049703 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s

Reduced

£10,697

Finance available £217 pm

1.6L
45.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Parkland Motors

01509276004 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£14,990

1.5L
28.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Formula One Car Centre

01324374133 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 5-Door

Low Mileage

£12,159

Finance available £249 pm

1.6L
36.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Vans Northwest Ltd

01942597950 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - MK7 Facelift 1.4 TSI SE 125PS 5Dr Manual

Low Mileage

£11,350

1.4L
58.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bath

01225617306 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 1.6 TDI S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,999

1.6L
100.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Thornbury Car Centre

01454800976 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.2L VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 7 TSI PETROL

Low Mileage

£6,100

Finance available £114 pm

1.2L
59.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Jan London Trade Ltd

01217288705 *

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 (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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