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.

5,237 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

£11,950

Finance available £245 pm

1.6L
67.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Roy Hanna Motors

02894338774 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

100

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
92.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

SELECT CARS & COMMERCIALS

01582280231 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£10,500

1.4L
58.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Leeds

01134676309 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 2dr

£3,950

Finance available £66 pm

2L
182.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

NSG Cars

01709212041 *

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

£18,240

Finance available £354 pm

1.5L
43.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Smart Wheel Motors

02039467705 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 Alltrack 4motion TDI Dsg 200 5DR Estate Diesel

£26,989

Finance available £534 pm

2L
38.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Direct Cars Limited

01145510336 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£22,860

1.5L
22.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Harlow

01279598864 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (204 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,699

Finance available £239 pm

1.4L
59.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

RH Motor Sales Ltd

01594801996 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - TSI Style 5-Door

Low Mileage

£16,549

Finance available £354 pm

1.5L
31.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hendy Car Store Exeter

01392342593 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TSI Golf GTI DSG 5dr Low mileage In Stock

Low Mileage

£12,999

Finance available £268 pm

44.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

J & B Car Sales LTD TA Southwest Car Imports

01752968317 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£13,399

Finance available £269 pm

1.4L
52.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr DSG Euro 6 Ulez

£8,775

Finance available £174 pm

1.4L
87.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Your Dream Car Ltd

01494414237 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5-Door

Low Mileage

£13,990

Finance available £290 pm

1.4L
52.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

88 Motorhouse Ltd

01616720429 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£28,750

Finance available £570 pm

2L
24.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

David Hayton Ltd (Mazda Carlisle)

01228273596 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - MK7 Facelift 1.5 TSI (130ps)Match Edition EVO 5-Door

£13,195

1.5L
57.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Specialist Cars Dunfermline

01383347079 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - DSG One Owner Ex Police 5-Door

Reduced

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

2L
166.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

CSK Cars And Commercials

01639501144 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDI Match DSG Euro 5 5dr

£3,395

Finance available £54 pm

1.6L
135.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

The Reading Cars

01182071736 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (61) - 2.0 TDi 140 BlueMotion Tech GT 5dr [Leather]

£3,395

Finance available £54 pm

2L
143.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

RAF-Cars

01494413879 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 2dr

Low Mileage

£8,950

Finance available £178 pm

2L
77.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

TJ Hamilton & Co

02886273062 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Reduced

£19,498

1.5L
13.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen/MG (Rutherglen)

01414839932 *

4.7/5 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 Present)

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 3dr DSG

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