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 Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.4L
44.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

BELLE VUE MOTORS

01697920510 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 Golf GTI 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,495

Finance available £346 pm

2L
37.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Quay

01283244020 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£25,200

Finance available £450 pm

1.5L
6.3K
Miles
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Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£16,750

Finance available £352 pm

2L
61.1K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Grange Road Motors

02886273066 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£24,699

Finance available £497 pm

2L
22.3K
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Automatic
Hatchback

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01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£14,250

Finance available £296 pm

2L
90.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

BS Motors

02890021699 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£22,468

1.5L
9.6K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 1.6 TDI SE Euro 5 5dr

£1,595

1.6L
170.5K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

Millennium Cars

01246381925 *

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

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

2L
91.0K
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Hatchback

Mss Motor Group Ltd

01255440166 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr '' VIRTUAL DASHBOARD MODEL''new cambelt

£13,990

Finance available £290 pm

2L
65.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£13,600

Finance available £282 pm

2L
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Hatchback

GAH AUTOS LTD

01777801476 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr

£21,698

2L
73.9K
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Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Hillington Renault / Dacia / Alpine / Vanstore

01414068774 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - MK8 Hatch 5-Dr 1.5 eTSI (150ps) Style EVO DSG

Low Mileage

£21,993

1.5L
8.2K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£17,583

Finance available £378 pm

1.5L
53.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (70) - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG Diesel Hatchback

Low Mileage

£19,466

2L
26.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

South Hereford Volkswagen Hereford

01432809890 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2002 - VOLKSWAGEN GOLF CLI MODERN CLASSIC GOLF 2.0 AUTOMATIC * ONLY 5000 MILES !! 5-Door

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

2L
5.6K
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Automatic
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The Car Warehouse

01642937563 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

2L
71.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Atlantic Motors

01736806430 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 - 2.0 TDI 140 GT MARK 6 2011/11 CANDY WHITE 6 SPEED MANUAL SUNROOF 5-Door

£2,850

2L
113.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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01296254874 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Reduced

£24,499

Finance available £525 pm

2L
33.7K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Sandles Car Supermarket

01553601835 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen GolfTSI HighLine BlueMotionTechnology

Reduced

£9,995

56.8K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Top Gear Stoke

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0/5 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 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 (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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