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.

5,132 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion Tech Match 5dr

Reduced

£2,495

1.6L
166.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

THE CAR COMPANY SW LTD

01803225606 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£7,450

Finance available £144 pm

2L
118.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Ms Car Sales Cuper

01334800426 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£18,995

Finance available £370 pm

1.5L
37.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Crawford Clarke Cars

02890022258 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£22,690

Finance available £446 pm

2L
38.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Formula Prestige Motors

01633742345 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr Sat Nav Parking sensors

Reduced

£20,000

1.5L
22.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

County Motorparks Chelmsford

01245678762 *

Volkswagen Golf2006 (56) - R32

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

122.1K
Miles
Not Supplied
Manual
Not Supplied

Ainsdale Car Centre

01704337328 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

£19,998

2L
23.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Milton Keynes

01416118716 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£12,695

Finance available £261 pm

2L
78.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

RDB Car Sales

01592808079 *

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 Golf2022 (22) - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (130ps) Life EVO

Low Mileage

£17,791

1.5L
22.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - MK7 Facelift 1.6 TDI SE Nav 115PS DSG 5 Door + WINTER PACK/FRONT FOGS Autom

Low Mileage

£14,999

Finance available £313 pm

1.6L
24.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Swansea)

01792739752 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£21,697

Finance available £444 pm

1.5L
15.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Birmingham

01215165158 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£17,618

1.5L
12.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Mon Motors Volkswagen Weston-super-Mare

01934319038 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,250

Finance available £251 pm

1.6L
49.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

William Taggart Car Sales

02893440740 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 - 1.6 Match FSI 5dr

Reduced

£2,795

1.6L
94.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Quigley Motors

02830447305 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (64) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£9,495

Finance available £190 pm

1.4L
66.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Basingstoke Volkswagen

01256634772 *

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 Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI 150 GT 5dr ++ UPGRADED ALLOYS / SAT NAV / ULEZ / DAB ++

£10,675

Finance available £216 pm

2L
70.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Nick King Car Sales (Gloucester)

01452227299 *

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

£8,395

Finance available £165 pm

1.6L
115.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MH Prestige Limited

01274087579 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
92.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Lakeland Cars (NI) Ltd

02890023697 *

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 5dr DSG

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