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.

5,119 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,950

Finance available £200 pm

1.6L
60.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Town & Country Cars

02890026954 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps)

Low Mileage

£6,595

1.6L
88.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

GMC 2000

01134680586 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,299

Finance available £319 pm

2L
15.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,950

Finance available £289 pm

1.6L
40.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Roy Hanna Motors

02894338774 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,988

Finance available £411 pm

2L
18.6K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Norman Laing

01250710124 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,000

Finance available £223 pm

1.4L
61.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Richardsons Car Sales

01522458038 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Cabriolet DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 2dr

Low Mileage

£12,500

2L
19.1K
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Diesel
Automatic
Convertible

LCC Car Sales Limited

01274028163 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Performance Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£9,995

2L
89.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SOUTH HAMS AUTOS LTD

01364700699 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125

Low Mileage

£11,326

1.4L
27.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.5 TSI EVO GT 5-Door

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.5L
95.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

GT 88 LTD

01616749828 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI 110 SE 5dr DSG

£4,295

1.6L
142.4K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

Warrington Auto Base

01925597088 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - R MK8 2.0 TSI 4Motion 320PS DSG 5 Dr

£33,500

2L
22.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

John Clark Skoda Dundee

01382279255 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (12

£8,490

Finance available £167 pm

1.4L
95.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dave Fox Car Sales

01785336592 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,250

Finance available £408 pm

1.4L
25.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

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

Low Mileage

£16,490

Finance available £346 pm

2L
68.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AQS CAR SPECIALISTS

01733306260 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

2L
85.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Elite Autos NI

02890023616 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.0 eTSI Life 5dr DSG

Reduced

£16,895

Finance available £369 pm

1L
14.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Range Manchester

01618048254 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - R TSI DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£20,995

Finance available £411 pm

2L
54.6K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Williams Automotive Ltd

01235636668 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

£12,695

Finance available £261 pm

2L
93.7K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

CarBrothers NI

02894339938 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,498

1.6L
44.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Lenzie)

01414839924 *

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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