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.

5,340 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2016 - TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 5-Door

Low Mileage

£9,990

Finance available £201 pm

2L
66.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Whitley Bay Motors LTD

01916075847 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S 2dr

Low Mileage

£3,695

Finance available £60 pm

1.6L
102.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Tullyroad Motors

02890023743 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI Style Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,750

Finance available £307 pm

1.5L
52.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Yorkshire Vehicle Solutions Harrogate Ltd

01423648648 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.4 S Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (80 ps)

Low Mileage

£4,495

Finance available £78 pm

1.4L
65.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cattedown Trade Centre

01752426030 *

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

Low Mileage

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
97.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Lewis Wood Bros Limited

01670339820 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,999

Finance available £201 pm

1.4L
71.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

UK Car Sales

01792001638 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI GTD Estate 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£17,440

2L
75.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Dace Specialist Car Centre Manchester

01612417068 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI (150ps) R-Line MANUAL 5-Door

£27,998

1.5L
5.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Sinclair Volkswagen (Port Talbot)

01639501372 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG

£20,209

1.4L
20.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Store Northampton

01604343556 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

2L
98.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Silverstone Cars Limited

01708206414 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£6,745

Finance available £128 pm

2L
92.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MK Autos

01612416609 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - R-LINE TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5-Door

Low Mileage

£14,450

Finance available £301 pm

2L
57.6K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Wynford Williams Car Sales

01970600150 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 2.0 TDI Life Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£15,400

Finance available £258 pm

2L
46.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI 310 R 5dr 4MOTION

Reduced

£23,995

Finance available £472 pm

2L
37.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Automotive Addiction

01952446068 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - R | Adaptive Cruise Control | Satellite Navigation | Heated Seats SEMI-AUTO 5-Door

Low Mileage

£21,000

2L
28.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

TrustFord Stockport

01613887682 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,698

1.6L
36.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Greenock Used Car Centre

01475602098 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£16,500

Finance available £353 pm

1.5L
20.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 2dr

Low Mileage

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.6L
85.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

CARMAKEOVER BARNSLEY LTD

01226107448 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

1.2L
61.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

River Autos Limited

02039577470 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match 5dr

£12,700

Finance available £267 pm

1.5L
52.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cars2 Wakefield MG

01942365186 *

4.7/5 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 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 (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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