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.

5,168 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Auto

£20,346

1.5L
37.9K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

£36,898

2L
16.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Glasgow Corvette / Maserati / LUXE

01414049937 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.0 TSI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,999

1L
75.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AL PRESTIGE CARS LTD

02380017157 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2005 - 1.6 FSI S 5-Door

Low Mileage

£2,495

1.6L
74.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ls Automotive Ltd

01953661927 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.4L
129.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CKB Cars

02894330177 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 2.0TDI (150ps) Style DSG Automatic

Reduced

£19,499

2L
23.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Bridgend)

01656330795 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,495

Finance available £346 pm

2L
65.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Run About Autos LTD

01756636620 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,498

1.5L
17.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Colchester

01414839928 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 1.9 Match TDI 5dr

£1,495

1.9L
184.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Classix Carz

01217287137 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£23,998

Finance available £472 pm

1.5L
5.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Newcastle BYD

01916071118 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

2L
90.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

One Class Auto Ltd

02038730354 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (73) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£35,995

2L
8.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

John Clark MINI Tayside

01382238683 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.6 TDI GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,795

Finance available £264 pm

1.6L
62.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Ace Car Sales Bury

01618042294 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£14,990

1.5L
28.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Formula One Car Centre

01324374133 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

106.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Not Supplied

Carderi Ltd

02039537417 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,500

Finance available £290 pm

1.5L
20.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Performance Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
52.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Central Service Garage

01302246765 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,599

Finance available £381 pm

1.5L
13.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2008 (08) - 1.6 FSI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,495

1.6L
129.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Melton Car Sales

01664492035 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI Life Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£15,300

Finance available £251 pm

2L
33.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

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 (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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