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.

5,132 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2025 - Hatch Style 1.5 TSI eHybrid 204ps 6-Speed DSG 5 Door Auto

£31,404

1.5L
2.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,490

Finance available £212 pm

2L
88.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Moyway Motors

02887441322 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£16,045

1.5L
36.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Ford Gloucester

01452689897 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£21,879

1.5L
12.6K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Honda Harrogate

01423648264 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£19,998

1.5L
15.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Fiat Motorstore Jeep Abarth (Oldbury)

01215166056 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 2.0 TDI SE DSG Euro 5 5dr

Reduced

£4,795

Finance available £85 pm

2L
102.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

iCars Automotive Ltd

07482502192 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,999

Finance available £328 pm

1.5L
35.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Peterborough

01733797063 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£17,295

Finance available £335 pm

2L
51.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Hazelton Motors

02890023654 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,750

Finance available £352 pm

1.4L
20.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Planet Watford

01923927636 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

£16,697

Finance available £337 pm

1L
22.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsupermarket.com Newcastle

01916070812 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s)

Low Mileage

£13,350

Finance available £276 pm

2L
41.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

gaston gate garage

01483917782 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£22,810

1.5L
23.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Skipton

01535280951 *

3.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.0 TSI Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£12,851

Finance available £265 pm

1L
35.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

drivedirect Stockton-on-Tees

01642937613 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDI Diesel BlueMotion Tech SE Convertible From £5,995 + Retail Package 2-Door

Reduced

£5,995

1.6L
77.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Hesketh Cars

01253201512 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 2.0 TSI 265 GTI 5dr DSG

Reduced

£34,990

Finance available £698 pm

2L
3.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Camberley Volkswagen

01276543130 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - TFSI BLACK 2.0 PETROL AUTO 2012(12) ULEZ FREE, IMPORTED 5-Door

Reduced

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

2L
68.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MH UK MOTORS LTD

02038933705 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI Match DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,250

Finance available £251 pm

1.6L
69.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

CAR HOUSE OF BRITIAN LTD

01614139885 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2002 (52) - 2.3 V5 3dr Auto [170bhp]

Low Mileage

£2,495

2.3L
105.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

AMICAS GROUP LTD

01274028401 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£14,400

Finance available £305 pm

1.5L
29.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Norwich

01603567768 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 5dr 1.0 TSi Life

£16,295

1L
24.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Frosts Chichester

01243219542 *

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 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 (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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