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.

5,206 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.6 TDI GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£11,990

Finance available £246 pm

1.6L
62.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

XENON AUTOMOTIVE LTD

01707932603 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£22,990

1.5L
11.4K
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Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,299

1.5L
35.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Right Car Beverley

01482697813 *

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

Low Mileage

£45,978

Finance available £884 pm

2L
25.0
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Automatic
Hatchback

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01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (150ps) R-Line EVO

Low Mileage

£20,793

1.5L
22.2K
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Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Hedge End

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Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0TDI (115ps) Life Manual 5-Door

Low Mileage

£24,000

2L
3.5K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bath

01225617306 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - GTD DSG 5-Door

£12,490

Finance available £257 pm

2L
75.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Oadby Van Centre LTD

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Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG 13 SERVICES SATNAV ULEZ COMPLIANT

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

2L
108.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

CJ AUTOS BRISTOL

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4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - R 2.0 TSI 320 4MOTION 5DR DSG 2023 (73) PERFORMANCE PACK PAN ROOF *AKRAPO

Low Mileage

£34,495

Finance available £688 pm

2L
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105

Low Mileage

£7,000

Finance available £134 pm

1.6L
77.6K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£24,149

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2L
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Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

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4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£21,495

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2L
58.6K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Central Service Garage

01302246765 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - MATCH TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG 5-Door

£7,000

Finance available £134 pm

1.6L
102.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Attenborough Cars

01302249082 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

£15,198

1L
39.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£20,995

Finance available £411 pm

2L
49.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Precision Motor Group

02039537318 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 1.9 TDI Match DSG 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,495

1.9L
103.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

PX Cars Ltd

01924667043 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - MK8 Hatch 5-Dr 1.5 eTSI (150ps) Style EVO DSG

Low Mileage

£19,591

1.5L
16.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

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01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match 5-Door

Low Mileage

£5,795

Finance available £107 pm

1.6L
62.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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01752987252 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps) Hatchback Aut

100

Low Mileage

£13,990

Finance available £290 pm

1.4L
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Automatic
Hatchback

Redgate Lodge Select

01916070595 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 TSI Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,640

1.5L
20.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Stockport

01616945314 *

4.8/5 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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