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.

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

£19,011

Finance available £411 pm

2L
65.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,935

Finance available £314 pm

1.5L
26.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Mountsorrel

01162165589 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(C) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (30

Low Mileage

£17,900

Finance available £347 pm

54.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

DB Luxury Cars Ltd

01803225601 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 1.6 TDI 105 BlueMotion - Automatic - 12 Month Mot 5-Door

£2,495

1.6L
128.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

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01639501388 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.6L
79.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.5 TSI MATCH (115PS) 5-Door

£22,792

1.5L
11.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Hedge End

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Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDI Match Euro 5 5dr

£3,990

1.6L
112.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Keywise Cars Ltd

01392344397 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

£9,499

Finance available £190 pm

1.4L
66.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Brookside Garage

01407888489 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(61) - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,449

Finance available £211 pm

36.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
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M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.4 Twist 5dr

£3,495

Finance available £56 pm

1.4L
126.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT Edition 5dr DSG

£19,099

Finance available £404 pm

1.5L
3.2K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Reduced

£21,490

Finance available £421 pm

2L
44.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Your Motoring Limited

01487800643 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,395

Finance available £188 pm

2L
64.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Campbell Trade Sales

02890023194 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI SE (Nav) 5dr

Reduced

£12,990

1.6L
37.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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

Low Mileage

£22,042

1.5L
20.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Leeds

01134676309 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,700

Finance available £314 pm

1.5L
31.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1.5L
90.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01613887701 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£19,450

1.5L
13.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Renault Bradford

01274028395 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 8 GTI Clubsport 2.0TSI 300PS 7-speed DSG 5 Dr Automatic

£25,000

2L
63.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Capitol Volkswagen Merthyr Tydfil

01685701249 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 3dr

Low Mileage

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
72.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Top Gear Motors

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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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