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.

5,204 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2016 - MATCH EDITION TSI BLUEMOTION 5-Door

Low Mileage

£11,495

Finance available £234 pm

1L
53.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Southwest Motor Company

01752982529 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - GTI TSI DSG 5-Door

£24,775

Finance available £488 pm

2L
45.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

JMV

01634564263 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

£15,485

Finance available £324 pm

2L
74.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Donnelly Bros Citroen (Dungannon)

02887440646 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£23,498

1.5L
17.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Bathgate

01506353072 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG

Reduced

£33,495

Finance available £668 pm

2L
5.6K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Andover Volkswagen

01264311662 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.6L
125.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

CB Autos UK Ltd

01793268067 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

1.6L
80.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Pavilion Motor Company

01614139866 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£16,400

1.5L
51.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carworld Superstore

01733978043 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - Life 1.5 TSI 130PS 6-speed Manual 5 Door Manual

£15,630

1.5L
38.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bristol

01172331336 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.6L
76.1K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

Spick Cars

01202068600 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£8,300

Finance available £163 pm

2L
113.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

SMS Motors

01144786434 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (30

Low Mileage

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

2L
80.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Grosvenor Cars Norfolk

01493808752 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,849

Finance available £265 pm

1.4L
31.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Top Rides Group Ltd

01296324588 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - ADIDAS EDITION 2.0 DSG + RARE MODEL + 77K+ ULEZ+ PEARLESCENT WHITE + PETROL 5-Door

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

2L
77.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Mexus

02037639082 *

1.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,249

Finance available £251 pm

2L
99.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MH Prestige Limited

01274087579 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

£8,990

58.1K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Carworld Superstore

01733978043 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£29,600

Finance available £506 pm

2L
14.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Wimbledon

02038235453 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

£11,995

Finance available £241 pm

2L
110.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Just Audi VW

01522459180 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,330

Finance available £164 pm

1.2L
51.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wembley Prestige Cars

02037803372 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£19,495

Finance available £380 pm

2L
31.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Ralph Patterson Cars

02893440748 *

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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