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.

5,450 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2018 - MK7 Facelift 2.0 TDI SE Nav 150PS 5Dr Manual

Low Mileage

£12,490

2L
51.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Cardiff)

02922672897 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£27,000

2L
17.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

BINCA

01525307120 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£24,549

Finance available £510 pm

2L
24.3K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£25,098

1.5L
5.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Stirling)

01786232264 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 Golf Match TDI BlueMotion Technology 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,990

Finance available £156 pm

1.6L
51.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Swaan Motors Ltd

01733667053 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£27,499

Finance available £580 pm

2L
7.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Oldbury

01217525220 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (64) - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.6L
105.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

GH Motor Sales

01172331339 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (61) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr DSG auto

Low Mileage

£3,295

Finance available £51 pm

1.6L
96.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

N AND S CAR AND VAN SALES

01642937575 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 Golf R-Line TDI Semi-Auto 5dr

£21,500

Finance available £421 pm

2L
32.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Beck Evans

02037803374 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£16,422

Finance available £352 pm

1.5L
77.2K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Weston

01934313340 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5dr

£11,699

Finance available £232 pm

1.5L
67.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI SE (Nav) 5dr DSG

Reduced

£15,240

1.4L
26.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£22,104

1.5L
20.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Leeds

01134676309 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 Golf GTi Performance TSi Semi-Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£24,490

2L
25.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Phantom Motor Company

01942365271 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,950

Finance available £312 pm

1.5L
42.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 Golf GTD 5dr

£8,375

Finance available £165 pm

2L
106.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

JRP MOTORS

01283907012 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£16,595

Finance available £348 pm

1.5L
25.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Rudi Gage Car Sales

02827440452 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps

£9,999

1.6L
65.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Corner Park Garage (Swansea)

01792344016 *

3.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

£17,995

Finance available £349 pm

2L
69.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Oasis Cars Ltd

01474556253 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
80.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Grand Motors Stockport Ltd

01614139892 *

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 5dr DSG

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