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.

5,250 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 1.4 TSI S Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (122 ps)

£2,997

1.4L
136.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Chepstow Trade Centre Ltd

01291440715 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

£18,998

2L
44.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Greenock Used Car Centre

01475602098 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Auto 5dr

Reduced

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

14.6K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Top Gear Harrow Ltd

02038895522 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£21,998

1.5L
15.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Edinburgh Seafield Motorstore / Vanstore

01316034404 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.0 eTSI MHEV Life Estate 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

£12,650

1L
65.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Estate

Stoneacre Derby

01332318241 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£19,999

Finance available £412 pm

1.5L
23.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

cinch Store Northampton

01604343556 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.5 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,995

Finance available £265 pm

1.5L
3.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Top Gear Harrow Ltd

02038895522 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.6L
93.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Cars Of Conwy Car Centre (Junction)

01492551634 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£17,656

Finance available £350 pm

1.5L
61.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Bolton

01204323445 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,990

Finance available £411 pm

1.4L
20.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Mallusk

02890026957 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,795

Finance available £193 pm

1.4L
75.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Just Audi VW

01522459180 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,999

2L
46.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Browns of Richmond

01748900788 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£25,649

Finance available £540 pm

2L
26.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Sheffield

01143086607 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£18,691

1.4L
22.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Newbury

01635959570 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£6,395

1.4L
30.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

GL Automotive

02037808974 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,495

2L
109.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MH Prestige Limited

01274087579 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,399

Finance available £334 pm

2L
44.4K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch

01412601480 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Reduced

£14,495

1.5L
64.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carite Ltd

01793224408 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

£20,998

1.5L
12.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Sydenham

01414839958 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,498

1.5L
23.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen/MG (Rutherglen)

01414839932 *

4.7/5 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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