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.

5,238 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£5,300

Finance available £96 pm

1.6L
96.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MOTORSPOT NEWPORT LTD

01633746725 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (03) - 3.2 R32 3dr

£49,500

Finance available £996 pm

3.2L
23.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

D N Trade Motors Ltd

01145537267 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,250

Finance available £229 pm

2L
120.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

WYNFORD SPECIALIST MOTORS LIMITED

01217288702 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,495

Finance available £100 pm

1.4L
38.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

RAF-Cars

01494413879 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - MK7 Facelift 1.5 TSI GT EVO 150PS DSG | Heated Seats | Sport Suspension 5-Door

Low Mileage

£18,990

1.5L
17.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,698

1.6L
56.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Wolverhampton Motorstore / Vanstore

01902240180 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£37,998

2L
14.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen/MG (Rutherglen)

01414839932 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr

Reduced

£2,595

1.6L
179.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

MY ISHAQ LTD

01217525785 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,000

1.5L
38.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Bob Davies Car Sales

01495362191 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.2 TSI S 5dr DSG ULEZ

£6,990

Finance available £134 pm

1.2L
12.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Left Hand Drive Place

01256679126 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,400

Finance available £277 pm

1.5L
90.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,012

1.5L
11.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Charles Hurst Usedirect/ Premium Direct - Dundon

02890022199 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.4 S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,995

1.4L
110.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carbon Motors Ltd

01216615534 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0TDI Match Edition DSG,UNDER 16990 MILES, FULL VOLKSWAGEN SERVICE HISTORY 5-Door

Low Mileage

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

2L
17.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

Catterick Service Station

01748901665 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

£10,498

1.4L
72.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Glasgow Garscube Road Vauxhall / Leapmotor

01414736408 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr

£12,500

Finance available £257 pm

2L
78.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Jack Reid Cars Carrickfergus

02893448937 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps

Low Mileage

£9,750

Finance available £196 pm

1.6L
43.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Solid Cars Ltd

01312410517 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match 5dr

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
94.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Stephen Allen Motors

02890026820 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - R Black Edition 2.0 TSI 4Motion 333ps 7-Speed DSG 5 Door Automatic

Low Mileage

£49,000

2L
3.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Weston-super-Mare

01934319038 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

£14,850

Finance available £309 pm

1.4L
64.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

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 3dr DSG

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