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.

5,245 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Reduced

£18,300

1.5L
8.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Loughborough

01509274556 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match 5dr DSG

£17,599

Finance available £371 pm

1.5L
3.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£27,495

Finance available £544 pm

2L
3.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Phillips (Lisburn) Ltd

02892791480 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£20,244

1.5L
17.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

South Hereford Volkswagen Hereford

01432809890 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - MATCH TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG 5-Door

£6,750

Finance available £128 pm

1.6L
99.3K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Bluemotors Aberdare

01685701469 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG SEMI-AUTO

£22,995

2L
48.2K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

TrustFord Carlisle

01228273233 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Life 5-Door

Low Mileage

£20,697

Finance available £422 pm

1.5L
6.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Hessle

01482947558 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
75.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vollgas Automotive Ltd

01282509482 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr [Performance Pack]

Low Mileage

£13,950

Finance available £289 pm

2L
73.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Magee Automotive

02890022120 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.4 TSI 160 GT 5dr

Reduced

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.4L
64.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SK CAR COMPANY LTD

01384885534 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£6,495

1.4L
86.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Woodcroft Motors

01642030069 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

Low Mileage

£10,495

40.0K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£27,999

Finance available £591 pm

2L
4.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Peterborough

01733797063 *

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

£11,495

Finance available £234 pm

2L
80.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Carplex Ltd

01323396590 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£12,675

Finance available £261 pm

2L
60.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

The Witley Car Company Ltd

01428771120 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s)

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

2L
107.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Essex Car Store

01376319739 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s)

Low Mileage

£16,490

2L
58.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FJ Chalke Nissan Yeovil

01935311784 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£6,750

Finance available £128 pm

2L
120.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Drew Baxter Cars

02866330744 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 eTSI (130ps) Life EVO DSG Estate 5-Door

£19,795

Finance available £386 pm

1.5L
23.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Estate

Specialist Cars Dunfermline

01383347079 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.0 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 bhp)

Low Mileage

£11,000

1L
51.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bob Davies Car Sales

01495362191 *

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 (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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