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.

5,226 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2024 - R MK8 2.0 TSI 4Motion 320PS DSG 5 Dr Automatic

£37,800

2L
10.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bath

01225617306 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£26,065

Finance available £571 pm

2L
30.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£34,500

Finance available £688 pm

2L
15.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

H & S Autos Ltd

01932565026 *

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

£9,699

Finance available £194 pm

1.4L
63.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

NYA AUTO SALES LTD

01215166160 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£16,950

Finance available £356 pm

2L
67.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Jack Reid Cars Carrickfergus

02893448937 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 5dr

£9,495

Finance available £190 pm

1.4L
70.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Empire

01226449227 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.0 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,500

Finance available £268 pm

1L
16.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

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

£6,090

Finance available £114 pm

1.4L
102.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AAM OXFORD CARS LTD

01865411694 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

Reduced

£20,989

Finance available £411 pm

2L
56.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Desmond Motors Transit Centre & Used Car Centre

02882440635 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£15,362

1.5L
29.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Ford Kings Norton

01217288857 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£23,298

1.5L
8.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Edinburgh Seafield Motorstore / Vanstore

01316034404 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen GolfGTI ULEZ compliant 5-Door

Reduced

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

2L
59.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Atlan Motors (London) Ltd

02038895374 *

5/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£30,500

Finance available £606 pm

2L
18.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Saxton 4x4

01245202306 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (61) - 2.0 TSI GTI Edition 35 DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
69.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Brook Williams Prestige

01215165545 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£23,498

1.5L
17.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Bathgate

01506353072 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.0 Tsi Bluemotion Tech Se Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 s/s 110 B

£9,295

1L
78.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

EMG Motor Group Huntingdon

01480597486 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£14,998

1.5L
52.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (East Kilbride)

01355203634 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 1.6 FSI Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual (159 g/km, 113 bhp)

£1,800

1.6L
165.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cars Of Hampshire

01329559265 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£23,498

1.5L
17.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Bathgate

01506353072 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

£21,099

Finance available £440 pm

1.5L
16.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Newport

01633493027 *

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

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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 (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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Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 1.6 FSI Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual (159 g/km, 113 bhp)

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