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.

5,266 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

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

Low Mileage

£31,990

Finance available £637 pm

2L
28.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Your Car Group

01633749117 *

4.8/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£5,779

Finance available £107 pm

1.6L
70.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

MF Motors LTD

01733666879 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 1.4 TSI SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (122 ps)

£2,895

1.4L
121.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Walmersleys Trade Centre

01614139856 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£18,100

Finance available £351 pm

2L
47.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Browns Car Company

01621733495 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - TSI EVO GT 5-Door

£10,695

1.5L
79.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

McCarthy Cars Ltd

02038895516 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI (150ps) R-Line MANUAL 5-Door

Reduced

£25,990

1.5L
5.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Estate

Sinclair Volkswagen (Port Talbot)

01639501372 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£13,990

Finance available £290 pm

1.5L
50.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

TSP Cars And Commercials

01616944307 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 2018 Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 5dr Black Manual Petrol ULEZ FVWSH

Low Mileage

£11,795

Finance available £241 pm

1.4L
57.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Calibre Car Sales

01206489522 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.4 TSI SE 5drFULL HIST-HEATED SEATS-CRUISE-DAB-BLUETOOTH

Low Mileage

£6,795

Finance available £129 pm

1.4L
72.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Discount Motors

01775661104 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr DSG

Reduced

£7,999

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
35.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

Oldbury Car Sales

01216474046 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,995

2L
83.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

AMC Car Sales

01212722821 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 (58) - 1.9 TDI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,299

1.9L
127.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Z a motors

01785336152 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£27,241

2L
26.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Huddersfield

01484501073 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 2.0 TDI GT DSG Euro 5 5dr

£1,495

2L
153.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

M & A Automotive Ltd

01506376848 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£12,949

Finance available £251 pm

1.6L
32.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,498

1.5L
17.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Dundee Renault / Dacia / Hyundai / Vanstore

01382214596 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£14,900

Finance available £259 pm

1.5L
40.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

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

Low Mileage

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
72.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Pontardulais Motor Company Swansea

01792940427 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (70) - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

£9,400

Finance available £188 pm

1L
47.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Berkshire Auto Specialists

01628562332 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£21,998

1.5L
15.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Linwood)

01414068772 *

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 (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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