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 Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£18,453

Finance available £359 pm

1.5L
29.7K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

drivedirect Nuneaton

02476932941 *

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

Low Mileage

£9,000

Finance available £179 pm

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66.0K
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Estate

Hammond Cars Norwich

01603937224 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

£19,998

2L
25.6K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 2.0 TDI Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
90.0K
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Hatchback

Wixford Motor Company Ltd

01217525788 *

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

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£25,599

2L
4.4K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Life DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,995

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1.5L
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Hatchback

Greenlight Automotive Ltd

01254920838 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£15,000

Finance available £262 pm

1.5L
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Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

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Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.4 Petrol Automatic TSI 5 Seats 5dr ULEZ Free

Low Mileage

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1.4L
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Petrol
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Hatchback

TM UK TRADING LTD

02037637078 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2008 (58) - 1.4 GT Sport TSI 170 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,300

1.4L
131.8K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,495

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2L
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Hatchback

Complete Car Sales Ltd

01843265799 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£15,626

1.6L
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2016 - GTD 5-Door

Low Mileage

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

2L
60.5K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Southwest Motor Company

01752982529 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (130ps) R-Line EVO

Low Mileage

£20,995

1.5L
18.8K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Specialist Cars Dunfermline

01383347079 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,250

Finance available £207 pm

2L
85.8K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

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02890023161 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.0 TSI 115 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,299

Finance available £252 pm

1L
40.3K
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Hatchback

FOW Trafford

01616969155 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 p

£8,490

Finance available £167 pm

2L
98.7K
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Hatchback

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01934312906 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.0 TSI Match DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£11,545

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1L
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Taylors Of Skegness

01754808552 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr DSG

£13,750

Finance available £285 pm

1.6L
80.0K
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Brendan Campbell & Sons

02887441406 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - Se Tdi Bluemotion Technology 5-Door

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.6L
152.9K
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The Elms Car Sales Ltd

01278555741 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - R TSI 4MOTION DSG 5-Door

Reduced

£25,999

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2L
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Find-My-Car.co.uk

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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 2016)

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 (2016 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 / 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

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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