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 Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£20,800

Finance available £451 pm

2L
32.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Peterborough

01733971423 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Reduced

£15,900

Finance available £333 pm

1.5L
48.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Eakin Bros LTD

02871229276 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.4 TSI 160 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,799

Finance available £63 pm

1.4L
86.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Saver Motors

01919333978 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

£32,114

Finance available £653 pm

2L
15.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Durham

01388217377 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 Tsi Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 s/s 130 Ps

£15,999

1.5L
42.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Tustain Motors Alnwick

01665660970 *

Volkswagen Golf(67) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,495

48.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

Just Audi VW

01522459180 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£20,498

1.5L
4.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Swansea

01414839956 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Reduced

£19,190

1.5L
8.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Worcester

01902240177 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£10,750

Finance available £218 pm

2L
82.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

McCague Motors

02890023778 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
47.5K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Sterling Motor Group Ltd

02039537434 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,980

Finance available £201 pm

1.6L
88.6K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Traders

02037808158 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 Tdi Bluemotion Tech S Hatchback 5-Door

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£4,975

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
119.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

GMC MOTORS B'HAM LIMITED

01217285878 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Cabriolet Euro 5 (s/s) 2dr

£4,790

Finance available £85 pm

2L
102.1K
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Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Brookway Cars ltd

01515417904 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£24,995

Finance available £493 pm

2L
22.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

McKinney Motors

02837440713 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,000

Finance available £335 pm

2L
59.1K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Sandiforths

01909498742 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Cabriolet 2dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps

Low Mileage

£7,485

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
30.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Harris Cars South Ltd

02392006048 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 2.0 TDI GTD Estate 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s)

£15,399

Finance available £322 pm

2L
72.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Rangebrook Limited

01926352097 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,994

Finance available £290 pm

2L
87.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

BVG Automotive

01618048253 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£17,695

Finance available £343 pm

1.5L
49.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SERE Belfast

02895908111 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,012

1.5L
11.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Charles Hurst Usedirect/ Premium Direct - Dundon

02890022199 *

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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