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.

5,312 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,330

Finance available £343 pm

1.5L
89.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Wembley Prestige Cars

02037803372 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,800

1.2L
72.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Star Cars London

02037726236 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 p

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

2L
95.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

LMS Motors Ltd

01865596842 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,956

1.5L
15.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Southampton

02380017658 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.0 TSI SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 bhp)

Reduced

£9,295

Finance available £185 pm

1L
77.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Elmbank Motor Company

01292430978 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£9,195

Finance available £183 pm

2L
80.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Armagh Auto Sales

02837442284 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,899

2L
40.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Perrys Chesterfield Ford Commercials

01246383484 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,698

2L
26.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Armadale Citroen / Vanstore

01501640622 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - TSI Life 5-Door

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

1.5L
58.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Premier Car Supermarket Kettering Ltd

01536219120 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£23,630

1.5L
21.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bristol

01172331336 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI GT Edition 5dr ++ 35 TAX / ULEZ / SUNROOF / DAB / SAT NAV ++

Reduced

£9,775

Finance available £196 pm

2L
80.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Nick King Car Sales (Gloucester)

01452227299 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 R 5d 298 BHP 5-Door

Reduced

£14,445

Finance available £300 pm

2L
57.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

BRG AutoHub

02891249536 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI 150 Active 5dr

£17,490

1.5L
42.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Coventry

02476936618 *

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

£15,980

1.4L
65.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Gloucester

01452227227 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG Auto

£18,933

2L
24.5K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Taunton

01823211157 *

Volkswagen Golf1.8 GTi 3dr

Reduced

£4,595

Finance available £80 pm

1.8L
42.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Atlan Motors (London) Ltd

02038895374 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.4 TSI S 5dr LOW TAX BARGAIN TO CLEAR

Reduced

£2,199

1.4L
139.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Simply Motors

02081500946 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 Golf R TSi Semi-Auto 4WD 5dr

£17,990

2L
88.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Phantom Motor Company

01942365271 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI GTE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,850

1.4L
111.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI 333 R Black Edition 4Motion 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£45,853

2L
638.0
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Jaguar Newbury

01635959602 *

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 (2016 to 2020)

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
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

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