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 Golf2010 (10) - 1.4 Petrol Automatic CC TSI 5 Seats 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,495

1.4L
44.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

TM UK TRADING LTD Birmingham

02038895331 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion SE 5dr [Start Stop]

Low Mileage

£3,795

1.6L
95.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

RTM MOTORS CARDIFF

02920025017 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£15,990

Finance available £335 pm

2L
52.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

JD Car Sales (East Anglia) LTD

01603567764 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Estate 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Reduced

£9,990

Finance available £201 pm

1.5L
87.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Monarch Car Sales

01905673241 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

£20,889

2L
21.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Reading

01189077016 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£23,400

Finance available £490 pm

1.5L
7.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

£19,995

Finance available £390 pm

2L
34.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Comiskey Motors

02830447308 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£18,979

Finance available £369 pm

2L
63.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

EVM Sports and Prestige

01613887697 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen GolfTDI BlueMotion Tech Match

Low Mileage

£6,998

69.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Blackwood Used Car Ltd

02890021467 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

Low Mileage

£14,749

Finance available £288 pm

2L
45.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

£33,749

Finance available £717 pm

2L
18.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Burnley

01282504324 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

£13,495

Finance available £279 pm

1.6L
66.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

iGEN Autos

02890023662 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI 333 R Black Edition 4Motion 5dr DSG **19' WARMENAU ALLOYS + AR

£48,490

2L
3.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
80.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Spick Cars

01202068600 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition 5-Door

£7,250

Finance available £140 pm

2L
113.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Walters Motor Group Loddon

01603937289 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
108.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Northampton Car Company

01604343638 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

£19,499

Finance available £405 pm

1.5L
5.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Glasgow

01412601249 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 Golf GT TSi Evo 5dr

£10,850

Finance available £220 pm

1.5L
80.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Braunstone Crossroads Motors

01164028881 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,995

2L
78.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

EZAT CAR SALES

01908953485 *

3.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£30,321

Finance available £602 pm

2L
21.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Renault Retail Group Cardiff

02921675772 *

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 (2016 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 / 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

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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