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 Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,649

Finance available £317 pm

1.5L
48.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01513174824 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 Tsi Active 5Dr

£17,790

1.5L
32.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Guildford Volkswagen

01483375945 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,995

1.5L
41.1K
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Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

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

Low Mileage

£15,578

Finance available £332 pm

1.5L
25.2K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Weston

01934313340 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) - HEATED S

Low Mileage

£19,088

Finance available £388 pm

1.5L
19.9K
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Hatchback

Carsa Southampton

01489663574 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr

£7,850

Finance available £153 pm

1.6L
103.4K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Cathedral Road Car Sales

02837440625 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

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£16,995

Finance available £275 pm

2L
36.9K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Crawford Clarke Cars

02890022258 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI S 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,498

1.6L
53.4K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Greenock

01475601914 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI (EVO) R-Line | Heated seats | Heated Steering Wheel 5-Door

£17,480

Finance available £338 pm

1.5L
36.8K
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Manual
Hatchback

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TSI GTI 3dr [Performance Pack]

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2L
123.9K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S Cabriolet Euro 5 (s/s) 2dr

Low Mileage

£7,290

1.6L
45.1K
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Convertible

Keywise Cars Ltd

01392344397 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£25,498

1.5L
11.6K
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Southampton

01414839954 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 2.0 TSI R 20 Years DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£37,995

Finance available £760 pm

2L
15.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

H J Wickett and Co

01752423700 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105

Low Mileage

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
54.1K
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Hatchback

J and I Car Sales

01752987212 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - Hatch GTI 2.0 TSI 265ps 7-Speed DSG 5 Door

£38,705

2L
15.0
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Barnstaple

01271443056 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£18,298

1.5L
45.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Wakefield Motorstore / Vanstore

01924664046 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (

£12,000

Finance available £246 pm

1.4L
80.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Mylson Ltd

01616698222 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.6 TDI Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,199

Finance available £289 pm

1.6L
30.9K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Motorpoint Burnley

01282504324 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£6,595

Finance available £125 pm

1.6L
96.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Martin Smith Commercial Motors LLP

01582342116 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 3dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (30

Low Mileage

£14,296

2L
76.9K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.5/5 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 (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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