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.

5,242 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf1990 (H) - 1.8 GL 5dr [4+E]

Low Mileage

£8,000

1.8L
76.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sandygate Cars Ltd

01282509458 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (72) - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

£19,591

2L
23.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Southampton

02380017658 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 8 GTI 2.0 TSI 245PS 7-speed DSG 5 Door

Low Mileage

£26,299

2L
12.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Hedge End

01489661105 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr + 17' VENTURA ALLOYS

Low Mileage

£17,991

1.5L
11.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.4 TSI Match Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,990

1.4L
90.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Tiley of Bristol

01174404957 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£31,991

Finance available £637 pm

2L
3.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cardiff Trade Sales Ltd

02922679489 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO GPF GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,599

Finance available £306 pm

1.5L
21.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI Match Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£24,475

Finance available £461 pm

1.5L
50.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,000

Finance available £156 pm

49.8K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Stevenage

01438584759 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£6,480

Finance available £122 pm

1.6L
93.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

A & R Automotive Ltd

01935311703 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (230 ps)

Reduced

£17,750

Finance available £344 pm

2L
46.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MSR PRESTIGE LTD

01254919241 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

Low Mileage

£23,000

Finance available £452 pm

2L
26.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Saxton 4x4

01245202306 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£18,999

Finance available £390 pm

1.5L
38.9K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 Tsi Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 s/s 130 Ps

£13,250

1.5L
56.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

EMG Motor Group Kings Lynn

01553605787 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI S 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

1.6L
63.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Campbell Trade Sales

02890023194 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

£10,799

Finance available £219 pm

1.5L
64.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Successful Cars

02476936833 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) A

Low Mileage

£17,990

Finance available £349 pm

1.5L
16.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cartime Rochdale

01615298277 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG [Nav]

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
118.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

J.D AUTOS NI Ltd

02890023680 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 - 2.0 TDI SE Estate 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 4 (140 ps)

£2,290

2L
185.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Your Motoring Limited

01487800643 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,950

Finance available £348 pm

1.5L
35.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Colin Francis Cars

02879441906 *

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.

Used Volkswagen Golf snapshot review

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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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