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.

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Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 3dr

Low Mileage

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
72.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Top Gear Motors

02881440371 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£17,095

Finance available £331 pm

1.4L
53.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Worksop

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Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£17,000

Finance available £329 pm

1.5L
52.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI RLOVELY IN WHITEUPGRADED ALLOYSLOWERED SUSPENSIONAFTERMARKET EXHAUS 3-Door

£20,390

Finance available £398 pm

2L
58.4K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Priddys Motor Company Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245

Low Mileage

£20,999

1.4L
13.5K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

HPL Motors Preston

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Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,490

1.5L
33.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Worcester

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

Low Mileage

£12,800

Finance available £264 pm

2L
75.6K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hammond Cars Norwich

01603937224 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO GT 3-Door

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£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.5L
36.8K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

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

£5,500

Finance available £101 pm

1.6L
100.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

OTR Motors

01612416878 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr DSG

£10,490

Finance available £212 pm

1.5L
59.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Amouri Automotive

01143218397 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£20,610

2L
12.5K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (125 p

£10,995

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1.4L
78.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars4You Edinburgh West

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Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 3.2 V6 R32 4MOTION 3dr Same Owner From Brand New

Low Mileage

£9,795

Finance available £197 pm

3.2L
73.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SK CAR COMPANY LTD

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Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,099

Finance available £309 pm

1.5L
35.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Chingford

02039104754 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

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£32,490

1.5L
1.4K
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Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

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Volkswagen Golf2013 (62) - 1.4 DSG SE 122 AUTOMATIC ULEZ 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,990

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
23.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Left Hand Drive Place

01256679126 *

0/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£17,800

Finance available £314 pm

1.5L
23.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.6L
144.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Audi Technik Centre

01412601247 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - TSI BlueMotion Tech Match 5-Door

Low Mileage

£9,295

Finance available £185 pm

1.4L
78.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MV SALES UK LTD TA Motor Vision

01275409894 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S Cabriolet Euro 5 (s/s) 2dr

£2,950

1.6L
116.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

TCS

01706586848 *

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 5dr DSG

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