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.

5,108 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 Tdi Bluemotion Tech Se Hatchback 5-Door

£4,595

1.6L
133.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

FifthGear Fenton LTD

01782969739 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.6 FSI S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,250

1.6L
104.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Resi Auto Sales Ltd

01254947357 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£8,975

Finance available £178 pm

1.5L
101.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

PEELS WHEELS LIMITED

01524938217 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£31,989

Finance available £637 pm

2L
15.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Springfield Mill Motors Ltd

01535280869 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (140 p

Low Mileage

£9,448

1.4L
70.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Capital Ltd

02038933681 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (265 ps)

£35,000

Finance available £698 pm

2L
517.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Saxton 4x4

01245202306 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 1.6 MATCH FSI 5-Door

£2,995

1.6L
159.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Lottbridge Motoring Centre Ltd

01323407763 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5-Door

£15,997

Finance available £322 pm

1.5L
42.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Birmingham

01215165158 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2008 (08) - 2.0T GTI 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,490

2L
113.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

LD Car Sales

01179926579 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 - SE TSI DSG 5-Door

Reduced

£5,300

1.4L
69.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MMRM Cars Ltd

01992666288 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI 310 R 3dr 4MOTION DSG

Reduced

£18,495

Finance available £359 pm

2L
84.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Philip Holland Cars

02893448897 *

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

£27,950

Finance available £554 pm

2L
55.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Donnelly Bros Citroen (Dungannon)

02887440646 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 Golf GTE Advance Semi-Auto 5dr

£11,499

Finance available £216 pm

1.4L
92.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Beck Evans

02037803374 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (60) - 1.6 TDI 105 S 5dr

Reduced

£1,895

1.6L
148.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

MY ISHAQ LTD

01217525785 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.0 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,180

Finance available £249 pm

1L
20.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Stevenage

01438584759 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO GPF R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£16,490

Finance available £346 pm

1.5L
54.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motors Today

01515417939 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£13,499

Finance available £279 pm

1.5L
91.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MH Prestige Limited

01274087579 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£18,800

Finance available £366 pm

2L
51.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hammond Cars Ipswich

01473927579 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.0 TSI Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Reduced

£11,995

1L
53.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - MK7 Facelift 2.0 TDI R-Line 150PS 5D Manual 5-Door

£16,735

2L
41.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Newport)

01633747928 *

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 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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