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.

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Volkswagen Golf2016 - TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD 5-Door

£11,495

Finance available £234 pm

2L
75.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Abberton Car Sales

01206879441 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match 5dr

£7,750

Finance available £151 pm

1.6L
85.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Ackland Motors

01792001636 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI 105 S 5dr

£3,495

Finance available £56 pm

1.6L
123.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Proline Vehicles Ltd

01215166134 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£33,998

2L
23.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Bristol

01416118398 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - TSI GTI Clubsport 5-Door

£42,995

Finance available £863 pm

2L
4.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Riviera Automotive Ltd

01274505967 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - TSI R 3-Door

Low Mileage

£23,495

Finance available £462 pm

2L
37.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Riviera Automotive Ltd

01274505967 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£8,300

Finance available £163 pm

2L
113.4K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

SMS Motors

01144786434 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245

£16,990

1.4L
55.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carworld Superstore

01733978043 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£23,990

Finance available £472 pm

1.5L
4.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Camberley Volkswagen

01276543130 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 1.6 TDI 105 BlueMotion - Automatic - 12 Month Mot 5-Door

£2,495

1.6L
128.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

Llandarcy Car Sales

01639501388 *

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

£7,295

1.4L
89.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Hinckley

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

Reduced

£8,984

Finance available £178 pm

1.4L
57.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

New Street Car Centre

01952967003 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr

£20,999

1.5L
31.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Bridgend Motor Group - Kilwinning Autoplex

01294440522 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,750

Finance available £240 pm

2L
88.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AUTOBAHN VEHICLE SALES

01234237572 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

£6,795

Finance available £129 pm

2L
103.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

MV SALES UK LTD TA Motor Vision

01275409894 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£18,600

Finance available £362 pm

1.5L
32.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£24,699

Finance available £519 pm

2L
21.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Oldbury

01217525220 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£21,990

1.5L
5.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 2.0 TDI SE Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,995

2L
106.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Old Wool Motors

01616944295 *

Volkswagen Golf(17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,695

Finance available £217 pm

102.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Not Supplied

The Drivers Gallery Ltd

01572491189 *

0/5 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 (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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