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.

5,149 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2024 (73) - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£27,995

Finance available £555 pm

2L
9.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

L A MOTORS

07393778079 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT R-Line Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro

Reduced

£13,795

Finance available £286 pm

1.4L
44.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Leeds Motor Company (Burley place)

01134675316 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO GPF GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£17,399

1.5L
9.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

HPL Motors Stockport

01615298284 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - MK8 Facelift 1.5 eTSI (150ps) Match DSG + WINTER PACK + AREA VIEW 5-Door

£26,950

1.5L
2.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 Golf GTD TDI Semi-Auto 5dr

£12,790

Finance available £258 pm

2L
99.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

City Motors (Cambs) Ltd

01733666873 *

4.4/5 Stars

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 (Stourbridge)

01384883980 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£20,500

2L
48.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Ford Newcastle

01918146410 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Style 5dr

Reduced

£14,990

Finance available £242 pm

2L
67.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 3dr

Low Mileage

£21,150

2L
31.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Taunton

01823211157 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - SE TSI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 3-Door

Low Mileage

£9,995

1L
19.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sevenoaks Auto Village

01892572354 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - R-Line Tsi 5-Door

Low Mileage

£20,320

Finance available £397 pm

1.5L
13.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hippo Motor Group Peterborough

01733666887 *

Volkswagen Golf2005 (05) - 1.6 FSI SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.6L
64.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Oak Street Cars

01603931802 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1.5L
91.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Greenlight Automotive Ltd

01254920838 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 - MATCH TDI BLUEMOTIONTECHNOLOGY 5-Door

Low Mileage

£3,995

1.6L
98.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

J B Motors

01483917289 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 3-Door

£14,499

Finance available £302 pm

2L
79.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Joseph David Simm Ltd

01670339826 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£5,195

Finance available £94 pm

1.6L
99.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Renown Motors

01613887637 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£21,998

1.5L
15.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Huddersfield Fiat / Abarth / Jeep / Alfa Romeo

01484504408 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,995

1.5L
19.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£24,300

2L
29.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

John Clark MINI Aberdeen

01224453648 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.0 TSI 110 SE [Nav] 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1L
31.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dorchester Collection

01305238372 *

4.9/5 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 (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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