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.

5,143 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI GT Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,769

2L
64.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Newbury

01635959570 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI GTI 3dr [Performance Pack]

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
104.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Evelan Car Sales

02890023161 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 GTI TSI DSG 5d 242 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£26,490

Finance available £524 pm

2L
8.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Spa Motor Hereford

01432802169 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 5-Door

Reduced

£6,200

2L
119.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Toto Motors Ltd

01616727281 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£25,498

1.5L
4.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Swansea

01414839956 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£27,990

1.5L
539.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.0 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

£13,900

Finance available £282 pm

1L
45.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG

£17,691

2L
44.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (53) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Estate 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (310 p

£16,995

Finance available £357 pm

2L
83.5K
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Automatic
Estate

Hudson Autos

01621734609 *

Volkswagen Golf(15) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£6,495

89.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
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The Motor Deals Limited

01782529078 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.6 S 5dr

Low Mileage

£595

1.6L
117.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

NHI Leicester Ltd

01164646019 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,149

Finance available £393 pm

1.5L
27.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01412601480 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDI Match DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,295

1.6L
56.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

West Midlands Cars Ltd

01212721955 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

£26,995

Finance available £534 pm

2L
54.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Hilton Car Sales

02890023656 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion 5dr

Reduced

£4,650

1.6L
163.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Frank Wray Cars Ltd

02890023624 *

Volkswagen Golf(64) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,449

31.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£4,695

1.6L
121.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

RTM MOTORS CARDIFF

02920025017 *

Volkswagen Golf2004 (54) - 1.6 FSI S 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,495

1.6L
94.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

More Motors Ltd

02038737379 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD (Nav) Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,749

Finance available £307 pm

2L
57.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Arrow Motor Company

01325520199 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 35.8kWh e-Golf 1 ONWER FROM NEW MINT CONDITION 5-Door

Reduced

£7,749

Finance available £151 pm

88.6K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

My Car My Finance Ltd ta Motor Factory

01164784153 *

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 (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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