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 Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

£6,650

1.5L
40.9K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Thames Street Auto Salvage

01158224073 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 - 1.4 S 5-Door

Low Mileage

£3,150

Finance available £48 pm

1.4L
124.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Peak Motors Limited

01663790344 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.0 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,989

Finance available £246 pm

1L
49.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorhub

01535281058 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 GTD BLUE-MOTION ESTATE DSG AUTO EURO-6 NAV ULEZ/COMPLIANT STUNNING CAR 5-Door

Low Mileage

£13,495

2L
66.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Martin Bell Car Sales

01388217838 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£24,899

Finance available £523 pm

1.5L
13.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Sheffield

01143086607 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - Estate SE Nav 1.5 TSI 130PS 7-speed DSG 5 Door Automatic

Low Mileage

£17,440

1.5L
12.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Mon Motors Volkswagen Weston-super-Mare

01934319038 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

£21,600

Finance available £365 pm

2L
36.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

Volkswagen Golf(61) - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,449

Finance available £211 pm

36.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

4.4/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£16,749

Finance available £345 pm

1.5L
33.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Glasgow

01412601249 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£24,290

1.5L
17.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Evesham

01386571259 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1.4L
54.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Leeds Motor Company (Burley place)

01134675316 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£18,600

Finance available £362 pm

1.5L
32.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,595

Finance available £456 pm

2L
41.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Range Liverpool

01515417938 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2005 (05) - 1.9 SE TDI 3dr

Low Mileage

£2,250

1.9L
45.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Car4U Motors Ltd

01212707246 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 2.0 TDI GTD (Leather) DSG Euro 5 3dr

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

2L
134.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

The Drivers Gallery Ltd

01572491189 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf1999 - 1.9 TDI [TURBO DIESEL] 3-Door

Low Mileage

£1,695

1.9L
126.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

PRESTIGE BHP

01753915481 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 - 1.4 TSI S Euro 5 3dr

£2,950

1.4L
112.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Drive Next

01869221886 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£38,990

Finance available £780 pm

2L
5.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Mallusk

02890026957 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG Diesel Hatchback

£22,495

2L
56.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Skipton

01535280951 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

1.6L
27.3K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Grayswood Cars

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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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