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.

5,336 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2014 - SE TSI BLUEMOTION TECH AUTO ESTATE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£10,999

1.4L
31.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Roundstone Car Sales

01903944818 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£14,970

1.5L
34.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Stockport

01616945314 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 - SE TSI DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£6,499

1.4L
94.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Bexhill Motors Eastbourne

01323403942 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG [Nav]

£13,980

Finance available £290 pm

2L
83.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Pitstop Motors

02890023745 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£10,588

Finance available £214 pm

1.6L
88.1K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Dave Fox Car Sales

01785336592 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,602

1.5L
16.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Milton Keynes

01908926622 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£20,949

Finance available £446 pm

1.5L
14.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Thurlow Nunn Dereham

01362701123 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - e-Golf 5-Door

Low Mileage

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

32.0K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Newmachar Motors Ltd

01651260106 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI GT 3dr

£6,450

2L
109.9K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Carmichael Cars

02890023196 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

£16,057

1L
36.4K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Reading

01189077016 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0L STYLE TDI DSG 5d 148 BHP 5-Door

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

2L
109.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorhouse (Beds) Ltd

01234676818 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - GTD 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech Estate 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£12,490

2L
76.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Anchor Vans

01182079095 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (2

£15,750

Finance available £262 pm

1.4L
61.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Witham Garage

01664497552 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 2.0 TSI Edition 35 5-Door

Reduced

£10,495

2L
65.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Exclusive Motors Of GB LTD

02038978672 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

£31,870

2L
17.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evans Halshaw Ford Coatbridge

01236804728 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 Tdi Gtd Hatchback 5dr Diesel Dsg Euro 6 s/s 200 Ps

£22,750

2L
41.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Pentagon BYD Mazda Peugeot Vauxhall (Lincoln)

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4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps)

Reduced

£2,990

1.6L
136.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Your Motoring Limited

01487800643 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 3-Door

£4,250

2L
146.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cuxton Road Car Sales

01634959364 *

1.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 3dr

£13,950

Finance available £289 pm

2L
75.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

William Taggart Car Sales

02893440740 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,295

Finance available £141 pm

1.4L
116.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Rosso Performance LTD

01133236280 *

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 (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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