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 Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG

£27,995

Finance available £555 pm

2L
42.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Comiskey Motors

02830447308 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (64) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Estate 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps)

£8,279

Finance available £163 pm

2L
84.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

TSP Cars And Commercials

01616944307 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr DSG

Reduced

£19,998

2L
11.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark MG (Bishopbriggs)

01414736414 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - TSI EVO Match 5-Door

£10,895

1.5L
81.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Top Gear Stoke

01782432847 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 2.0 TSI 333 R Black Edition 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£53,990

2L
652.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Worcester

01902240177 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£31,490

2L
18.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Ford Worcester

01905678572 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,449

Finance available £316 pm

1.5L
44.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Widnes

01518322225 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.4 Twist 3dr

Low Mileage

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

1.4L
20.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Good Value Cars

01202117023 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.4 TSI SE Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,650

Finance available £59 pm

1.4L
101.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Essex Select Cars Ltd

01206583604 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.4 TSI S DSG 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,290

Finance available £74 pm

1.4L
98.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

VALENTINO MOTORS LTD

02039375355 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps

Low Mileage

£8,000

Finance available £156 pm

2L
74.3K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cater Road Cars Ltd

01172446199 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,990

Finance available £349 pm

2L
39.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Your Car Group

01633749117 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£24,106

1.5L
16.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Scunthorpe

01724708058 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,950

1.5L
103.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Windmill Motors Ltd

01778308209 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

2L
79.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

DMC

01412601329 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,799

Finance available £353 pm

2L
52.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£27,695

Finance available £548 pm

2L
4.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

TJ Hamilton & Co

02886273062 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£24,599

Finance available £511 pm

2L
24.3K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£25,850

Finance available £511 pm

2L
32.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

U-First Used Cars

02894330831 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,999

Finance available £328 pm

1.5L
32.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Oldbury

01217525220 *

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 (2016 to 2020)

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
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

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