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.

5,244 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT R-Line Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,495

Finance available £324 pm

1.4L
24.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

CASTLE MOTOR HUB LTD

01530443591 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£12,499

Finance available £257 pm

2L
49.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Trafford

01616969155 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,750

1.6L
66.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Pro-Division Car Sales

01324467887 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£26,000

Finance available £547 pm

2L
23.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps) - ADAPT CR

£20,131

2L
74.2K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Halesowen

01217525895 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual (150 ps)**AN OUTSTAN

Low Mileage

£10,995

2L
33.2K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motorhouse Citroen Coleford

01594800684 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 2.0 TSI GTI 3dr

Low Mileage

£4,495

2L
119.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

KSM BHAM LTD

01217288727 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£17,299

2L
74.6K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

HPL Motors Preston

01772957419 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£18,700

Finance available £387 pm

1.5L
33.2K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Sheffield

01145510576 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 p

£11,990

2L
78.0K
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Hatchback

Formula 1 Car Supermarket

01324464853 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 99kW e-Golf 35kWh Auto 5-Door

£9,676

Finance available £174 pm

40.9K
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Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Grimsby

01472806810 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£6,000

1.6L
144.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Drew Graham Motors

02881442140 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

£9,250

Finance available £184 pm

1.6L
87.9K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cotswolds Cars and Commercials Ltd

07860560059 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,994

1.5L
29.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

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

Low Mileage

£20,206

2L
48.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

drivedirect Stockton-on-Tees

01642937613 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (62) - Tfsi

Reduced

£6,595

Finance available £125 pm

1.4L
51.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
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Aymro Mortors Ltd

01162164104 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,500

Finance available £235 pm

1.4L
57.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

IMV Motors Ltd

01217525794 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - TSI BlueMotion Tech Match 5-Door

Low Mileage

£12,500

Finance available £257 pm

1.4L
34.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Runnymede Motor Company Windlesham

01344202526 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

Low Mileage

£8,999

Finance available £168 pm

44.2K
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Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.6L
119.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Forte Motors Ltd

01234237126 *

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 Present)

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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