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.

5,197 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion Tech Match 5dr

£2,150

1.6L
130.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

BUDGET CARS (NW) LTD

01614139818 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - TSI R 5-Door

Low Mileage

£20,990

Finance available £411 pm

2L
47.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Wheelers Chipping Norton

01608692663 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£3,489

Finance available £56 pm

2L
184.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motorhub

01535281058 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 272 GTE eHybrid 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£33,804

1.5L
2.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Milton Keynes

01908926622 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£25,497

2L
32.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Bridgwater

01278555830 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,299

Finance available £310 pm

1.5L
47.3K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch

01513174824 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI Active 5dr DSG

£18,599

Finance available £393 pm

1.5L
38.4K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

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

£28,990

1.5L
121.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Worcester

01902240177 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

2L
82.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

6EG Motors

01524237300 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,495

Finance available £142 pm

2L
126.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Just Audi VW

01522459180 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (S) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG [Nav]

Reduced

£12,495

Finance available £257 pm

2L
81.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Car House Centre Carlisle

01228276717 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,990

1.5L
10.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 2.0 TDI DPF GT Hatchback 3dr Diesel Manual (156 g/km, 168 bhp)

£1,995

2L
146.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

LOSTOCK CAR SALES LTD

01204939549 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

£9,750

Finance available £196 pm

1.6L
89.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Cars of Ferndown

01202068605 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) -

Low Mileage

£18,163

Finance available £360 pm

1.5L
17.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Halesowen

01217525895 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (130ps) Active EVO Manual

£19,250

1.5L
26.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Capitol Volkswagen Merthyr Tydfil

01685701249 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 2.0 TSI R 4MOTION 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,850

Finance available £198 pm

2L
118.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

McCague Motors

02890023778 *

Volkswagen Golf2005 (05) - 2.0T GTI 5dr good spec

Low Mileage

£2,995

2L
149.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Y S Motors

01494928876 *

0/5 Stars

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

£19,495

Finance available £380 pm

2L
61.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Grayswood Cars

01428771375 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£19,950

Finance available £389 pm

1.5L
31.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Richard Greer Car Sales

02890026904 *

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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