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.

5,456 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,995

Finance available £357 pm

1.5L
26.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mervyn Stewart MG/Suzuki

02891638411 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£33,990

1.5L
1.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

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02476930658 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 Tsi Evo Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Dsg Euro 6 s/s 130 Ps

£13,999

1.5L
54.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Tustain Motors Berwick

01289543249 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport S 3dr

Low Mileage

£32,995

Finance available £657 pm

2L
19.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Volkservice

01253209357 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - MK7 Facelift 1.4 TSI S 125PS DSG Est 5-Door

£8,735

1.4L
68.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Swansway Honda Bolton

01204323443 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£21,499

2L
30.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - MK8 Facelift Style 1.5 TSI 150PS Hatch 5 Door

£20,444

Finance available £399 pm

1.5L
15.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (74) - 2.0 TSI 333 R Black Edition 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£46,990

Finance available £945 pm

2L
1.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

AUTOPRESTIGE

01274087615 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,799

Finance available £286 pm

1.4L
45.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sandles Car Supermarket

01553601835 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - MK7 Facelift 1.5 TSI GT Edition EVO 150PS DSG Automatic 5-Door

Low Mileage

£17,600

1.5L
19.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

01452227271 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£28,990

1.5L
250.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Nuneaton

02476930658 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - LIFE TSI 5-Door

Low Mileage

£17,995

Finance available £349 pm

1.5L
21.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ticehurst Motors Ltd

01580238472 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr Man, diesel, white + £20 road tax

Reduced

£12,495

Finance available £257 pm

2L
65.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

JTC Motors LTD

01752423585 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI R-Line Edition 5dr DSG

£17,850

Finance available £346 pm

2L
45.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2000 (X) - 2.0

Low Mileage

£2,995

2L
54.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
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Mintys Car Sales Ltd

01843269124 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£12,895

Finance available £266 pm

2L
100.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

C&S MOTORS LIMITED

01616721743 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 5-Door

Low Mileage

£18,995

Finance available £370 pm

1.5L
33.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Elgin Autos

01343610498 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TSI R 3dr

Low Mileage

£15,993

Finance available £335 pm

2L
78.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Revitupukcom

01244268811 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£26,850

Finance available £531 pm

2L
21.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

drivedirect Leicester

01164646061 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,750

Finance available £365 pm

1L
10.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

C Russell Auto Sales Ltd

02844330222 *

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 (2016 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 / 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

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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