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 Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI R 3-Door

Low Mileage

£21,990

Finance available £431 pm

2L
54.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Horsepower Cars

01463218770 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.2 TSI S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,090

Finance available £69 pm

1.2L
77.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Selekt Motors Ltd

01753314986 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,999

Finance available £246 pm

1.5L
48.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01827213850 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£22,547

1.5L
7.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Reading

01189077016 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 2dr £35 TAX BIG SPEC

Low Mileage

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

2L
71.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Trade Sales South Wales Ltd

02920027059 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.4L
95.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorology

01515417934 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£23,995

Finance available £472 pm

2L
26.6K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Auto Sussex Ltd

01403334227 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£19,999

Finance available £390 pm

1.5L
44.7K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (70) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£31,195

Finance available £620 pm

2L
33.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Midlands Car Trader

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0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£19,967

1.5L
13.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Renault Bradford

01274028395 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 1.6 TDi 105 Match 5dr

£2,795

1.6L
140.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

White Rose Cars

01134676154 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 Golf GTD TDI Semi-Auto 3dr

£14,000

2L
79.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Liberty Green Cars

01329559706 *

3.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - MK7 Facelift 1.5 TSI R-Line EVO 150PS 3Dr Manual

Reduced

£14,150

1.5L
52.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

01452227271 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£25,950

Finance available £513 pm

1.4L
9.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2005 - 2.0T GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£7,995

2L
40.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

HF Bows Motor Sales

01144788634 *

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

Reduced

£20,000

1.5L
22.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

County Motorparks Chelmsford

01245678762 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£23,750

2L
42.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

PMA CARS

02890026896 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105

£6,895

Finance available £132 pm

1.6L
82.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Karl Smith Car Sales

01253201391 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£6,690

Finance available £127 pm

1.4L
109.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

ATA CARS LTD

02037808889 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (58) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,994

Finance available £89 pm

2L
66.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

TMB Van Sales

01618042445 *

0/5 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 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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