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.

5,272 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

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

£15,200

Finance available £263 pm

1.5L
28.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,490

Finance available £339 pm

2L
50.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Autohaven Motors Ltd

01494311306 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£16,406

1.5L
28.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Ford Morpeth

01670333531 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 TSI GTI (Leather) Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 5 (210 ps)

Low Mileage

£7,595

Finance available £147 pm

2L
95.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

North East Part Exchange Centre Ltd

01916077185 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Estate 5-Door

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

2L
97.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

ILEX CAR SALES LTD

02877440249 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG 5dr

Low Mileage

£26,700

Finance available £528 pm

2L
22.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Turners of Roborough

01752427448 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI R 5-Door

£15,250

Finance available £318 pm

2L
94.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

BCPerformance

01453705159 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.6 TDi S 5dr

£2,495

1.6L
134.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MOTOR VEHICLE SOLUTIONS NORTH EAST Ltd ta BOLDON

01918141248 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£15,700

Finance available £277 pm

1.5L
30.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Wimbledon

02038235453 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£7,950

Finance available £155 pm

1.6L
95.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Rory Gaffney Cars

02838298749 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£20,000

Finance available £390 pm

1.5L
39.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Browns Car Company

01621733495 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,795

Finance available £286 pm

1.6L
34.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Shawn Dream Cars Ltd

02476936576 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£12,990

Finance available £268 pm

1.4L
89.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

CAR CITY (LUTON) LIMITED

01582853748 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£25,995

1.4L
3.4K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

John Clark Volkswagen Aberdeen

01224454474 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£19,298

1.4L
44.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Southampton

01414839954 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,994

1.5L
35.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£7,480

Finance available £145 pm

1.4L
84.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AG Cars Loughborough Limited

01509278062 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG Auto

£17,245

1.5L
37.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI Active 5dr DSG

Reduced

£19,295

1.5L
22.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Wolverhampton

01902544572 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,790

Finance available £174 pm

2L
33.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

HALLAM CAR SALES LTD

01143086615 *

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 2016)

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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