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.

5,396 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

2L
101.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

AMR Motors Limited

01484503310 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5TSi [150] Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,495

Finance available £421 pm

1.5L
20.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Southbridge Garage

01334230043 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - MK8 Facelift Match 1.5 TSI 150PS Hatch 5 Door

£23,290

1.5L
15.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI Bluemotion Tech DSG 5-Door

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
55.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Adro Motors LTD

01293214885 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,495

Finance available £346 pm

2L
56.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Blackline Motors Ltd

01618042356 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Match 5dr DSG

£29,295

6.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414736428 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,999

Finance available £201 pm

1.6L
74.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

UK Car Sales

01792001638 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - MK7 Facelift 2.0 TDI R-Line 150PS DSG 5 5-Door

Low Mileage

£17,795

2L
43.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Specialist Cars Dunfermline

01383347079 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,298

1.5L
31.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Swansea

01414839956 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG

Reduced

£26,950

Finance available £533 pm

2L
38.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Magee Automotive

02890022120 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

Reduced

£9,195

Finance available £183 pm

48.0K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

D & J Autos Ltd

01525300684 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£3,289

Finance available £51 pm

1.6L
186.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Motorhub

01535281058 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£19,000

Finance available £326 pm

2L
43.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 TSI 150 Active 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£17,950

1.5L
33.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu MINI Teesside

01642130147 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

£17,995

Finance available £349 pm

2L
43.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

JC Campbell

02841330274 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Reduced

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
65.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

DC Motor Company Ltd

07436536342 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
106.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

DCX Car Sales

02890023222 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI Life Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£14,200

Finance available £249 pm

2L
50.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Sheffield

01145510576 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps

Low Mileage

£8,350

Finance available £164 pm

1.6L
71.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Wise Auto Ltd

02038737355 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,109

Finance available £226 pm

1.6L
92.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Greenlight Automotive Ltd

01254920838 *

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 (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 5dr DSG

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