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.

5,119 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Estate 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£9,999

Finance available £205 pm

1.5L
76.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Carbase - Weston

01934313340 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI R Black Edition DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£43,999

Finance available £883 pm

2L
1.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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01618047928 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr

£7,250

Finance available £140 pm

1.4L
97.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Violet Cars

01273095088 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match 5dr

Reduced

£15,498

1.5L
23.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Aberdeen Hyundai / OMODA / JAECOO

01224907796 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 2.0 TSI GTI 3dr DSG

Low Mileage

£7,999

2L
96.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Caru Automotive

01384883988 *

4.8/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£1,990

1.6L
106.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

TS Motors

01282509437 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

£36,898

2L
16.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Glasgow Corvette / Maserati / LUXE

01414049937 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

2L
73.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Eric Ellis Jones Brynsiriol Garage

01970600366 *

3.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 - TDI Match 5-Door

Low Mileage

£5,195

1.6L
87.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Top Gear Stoke

01782432847 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf1994 (M) - 1.8 GL 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,499

1.8L
62.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Tycoon Autos Ltd

02039112039 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.0 TSI 115 Match 5dr DSG AUTO PETROL, 71000 MILES

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1L
71.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Brownlow Cars

01325527847 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s

£7,895

1.4L
91.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Northwest Trade Centre Lancaster

01524938637 *

Volkswagen Golf2003 (52) - 2.3 VR5 5dr

Reduced

£3,850

2.3L
107.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Tudor Prestige Ltd

01733797069 *

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

£20,115

1.5L
17.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Nottingham South

01156977747 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

£13,500

2L
84.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Loughborough

01509274556 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£10,350

Finance available £209 pm

2L
95.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Bournville Car Sales

01633741157 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line 5dr

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

1.5L
73.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Reilly Motors

02871220942 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 1.6 TDI 105 BlueMotion Tech SE 5dr

£3,500

1.6L
105.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

JC Motors Wakefield ltd

01924978951 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£17,450

Finance available £338 pm

2L
57.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Colin Francis Cars

02879441906 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

£12,795

Finance available £264 pm

2L
84.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

HMK Car Sales Ltd

02890022257 *

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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