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 - TSI BlueMotion Tech R 5-Door

£12,498

Finance available £257 pm

2L
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Miles
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Manual
Hatchback

Blackwood Used Car Ltd

02890021467 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (BJ) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£23,495

2L
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The Essex Car Group

01277286584 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Reduced

£19,433

Finance available £379 pm

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Car City UK Catterick

01748900779 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£21,985

Finance available £478 pm

2L
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Hatchback

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.0 TSI 110 SE [Nav] 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£10,481

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Vertu Peugeot Oxford

01865593681 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£20,705

Finance available £449 pm

1.5L
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Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£27,695

Finance available £548 pm

2L
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Hatchback

TJ Hamilton & Co

02886273062 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£17,491

1.5L
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Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s

Reduced

£9,989

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Dace German Car Centre

01616969152 *

4.8/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£18,400

Finance available £325 pm

1.5L
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Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£10,650

Finance available £216 pm

1.6L
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Hatchback

Armagh Auto Sales

02837442284 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.4 Twist Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,499

Finance available £56 pm

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Safe Cars

01234861497 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.4 TSI SE TSI DSG ULEZ 5-Door

£6,990

Finance available £134 pm

1.4L
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Left Hand Drive Place

01256679126 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,495

Finance available £234 pm

1.4L
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Fab Cars Ltd

01702904181 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£13,840

1.5L
76.0K
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Hatchback

Dace German Car Centre

01616969152 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr

£15,795

Finance available £331 pm

2L
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Hatchback

CarBrothers NI

02894339938 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£24,700

Finance available £425 pm

2L
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Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,950

2L
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Prestige Cars by Peter Cooper West End

02380017190 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (62) - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,595

Finance available £58 pm

1.2L
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Hatchback

Top Gear Harrow Ltd

02038895522 *

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

£12,700

Finance available £261 pm

1.5L
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Nuneaton Car Sales Ltd

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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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