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.

5,152 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.5 eTSI Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£22,495

Finance available £442 pm

1.5L
7.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Estate

Drift Bridge Volkswagen Epsom

01372238273 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr DSG

£11,276

1.6L
80.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Newbury

01635959570 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI R 3dr pan roof FSH

Low Mileage

£13,495

Finance available £279 pm

2L
72.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Y S Motors

01494928876 *

3.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£26,490

1.5L
6.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£12,550

1L
65.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Nissan Bradford

01274924183 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (74) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Reduced

£25,990

1.5L
16.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£12,495

1.5L
58.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motortrust UK Garstang

01942365158 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 2.0 Golf GTD Semi-Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,390

2L
43.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Grays of Holbeach

01406430115 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s

Low Mileage

£12,999

Finance available £268 pm

2L
32.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motorplus Car Supermarket

01633742350 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

1.6L
105.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Car Market Yorkshire

01924668146 *

1.9/5 Stars

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

£9,995

49.6K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Gateway Motor Group

01513057630 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 2.0 TDI GT (Leather) Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (140 ps)

£4,595

2L
110.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Carnatics Motor Company Limited

01844391476 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI GT Edition 5dr DSG - Glass Pan Roof / Sat Nav / FSH

Low Mileage

£11,945

2L
60.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

W R Davies Ford Llangefni

01248663762 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (61) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 2dr

Low Mileage

£5,995

2L
100.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

BELLE VUE MOTORS

01697920510 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) Hatchb

100

£11,790

Finance available £241 pm

1.5L
77.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Redgate Lodge Select

01916070595 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 1.6 TDI SE DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,299

1.6L
98.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

AL PRESTIGE CARS LTD

02380017157 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (72) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245

£21,500

Finance available £449 pm

1.4L
19.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (220 ps)

£9,000

2L
99.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Fusion Motors Limited

01375808581 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,499

Finance available £212 pm

1.6L
75.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Zone

01606539547 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

£15,049

Finance available £304 pm

1L
44.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

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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