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.

5,316 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 2dr

£2,695

2L
117.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Unicorn Motors Ltd

01613887628 *

Volkswagen Golf2003 (03) - 1.6 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,300

1.6L
150.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Horsepower Motor Centre Ltd

01732927681 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 5Dr 2.0 TSI GTI (245ps) DSG

£19,000

2L
53.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

John Clark Skoda Dundee

01382279255 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,295

Finance available £275 pm

2L
82.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Greenlight Automotive Ltd

01254920838 *

Volkswagen Golf2005 - 1.9 TDI SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£1,995

1.9L
135.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Ls Automotive Ltd

01953661927 *

Volkswagen GolfGTI 5-Door

Reduced

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.8L
42.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Atlan Motors (London) Ltd

02038895374 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£18,994

Finance available £370 pm

1.5L
33.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Oxford Prestige

01865560426 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI GT Edition 5dr DSG

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

2L
49.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Worlingham Motor Company

01502441250 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDI Match DSG Euro 5 5dr

£3,495

Finance available £56 pm

1.6L
135.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

The Reading Cars

01182071736 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.0 TSI Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Reduced

£10,795

Finance available £219 pm

1L
66.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FIDA MOTORS LIMITED

01279215830 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (64) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,295

Finance available £141 pm

1.4L
99.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Crave Motors Ltd

01793550959 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - MK7 Facelift 1.5 TSI R-Line EVO 150PS 5Dr

Low Mileage

£14,991

1.5L
51.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI 110 SE 5dr DSG

£4,395

Finance available £76 pm

1.6L
142.4K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

Warrington Auto Base

01925597088 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.0 TSI 115 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,399

Finance available £255 pm

1L
40.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FOW Trafford

01616969155 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style Estate 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£14,799

1.5L
71.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

HPL Motors Preston

01772957419 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

£12,950

Finance available £267 pm

1.6L
70.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Drew Baxter Cars

02866330744 *

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

100

Low Mileage

£20,995

Finance available £411 pm

2L
50.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Ace Car Sales Bury

01618042294 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (220 ps)

£9,500

2L
99.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Fusion Motors Limited

01375808581 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Style 5dr

Reduced

£15,490

Finance available £324 pm

2L
67.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£10,295

1.5L
82.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

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 2016)

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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