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.

5,206 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2007 - GTI 2-Door

Reduced

£4,995

2L
110.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Central Cars (Leigh) Ltd

01702418311 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£15,750

Finance available £330 pm

1.5L
32.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Aspire Automotive Limited

01268219722 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 2.0 TSI GTI 3dr

Low Mileage

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

2L
103.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Lakeside Autos

02890023124 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.6 TDI Match Edition Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s)

£9,899

Finance available £199 pm

1.6L
92.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Rangebrook Limited

01926352097 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

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£19,495

Finance available £430 pm

1.5L
17.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Range Liverpool

01515417938 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,695

Finance available £60 pm

1.6L
99.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Affordable Cars and Commercials

02890022225 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,989

Finance available £268 pm

1.5L
74.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

DJH Prestige And Sports

01216615564 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£16,217

1.5L
37.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

Volkswagen Golf(14) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

77.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Supercar Clinic Ltd

01204584584 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5-Door

Low Mileage

£20,497

Finance available £418 pm

1.5L
15.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Sheffield

01145537264 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,498

1.5L
33.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Armadale Citroen / Vanstore

01501640622 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£21,295

Finance available £472 pm

2L
52.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Range Liverpool

01515417938 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (12

£9,195

Finance available £183 pm

1.4L
73.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

GMC 2000

01134680586 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.6L
71.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Clifford Car Sales

02890023208 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (320 ps)

Low Mileage

£32,350

Finance available £644 pm

2L
29.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

North Loop Autohaus

01527911876 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 2.0 TFSI GTI Edition 30 Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG (188 g/km, 227 bhp)

Low Mileage

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

2L
76.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MSR PRESTIGE LTD

01254919241 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 p

Low Mileage

£9,595

Finance available £192 pm

2L
77.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Kirkham Part Ex Centre

01772348362 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

£26,499

Finance available £524 pm

2L
47.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Empressive Motor Company

01865591236 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£2,499

1.6L
128.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cars Direct Stockport

01613887691 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf1990 (H) - 1.3 5dr

£9,000

Finance available £179 pm

1.3L
43.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sandygate Cars Ltd

01282509458 *

4.8/5 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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