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 Golf(63) - GREAT SPEC - LOW MILES - GT 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.4L
35.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

COSMIC CAR SALES LTD

01992367356 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
77.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

VW Audi Auto Sales

02890026940 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 2dr

Low Mileage

£3,900

Finance available £65 pm

1.6L
65.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Leos Garage LTD

01312874294 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG

£9,299

Finance available £185 pm

2L
95.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

The Roxburghe Group

01217288719 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.6 TDI Match Edition 5dr

£12,750

Finance available £263 pm

1.6L
112.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Prestige Cars Ireland

02890026873 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 2.0 TDI Sportline Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (140 ps)

Low Mileage

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

2L
91.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

N K Car Sales Ltd

01143086541 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Edition 5dr

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
64.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Diesels Direct

01502441258 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

1.4L
96.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

RTM MOTORS CARDIFF

02920025017 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,975

Finance available £312 pm

1.4L
31.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

TMMC The Manchester Motor Company Ltd

01204324191 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,487

1.5L
39.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen St Albans

01727224916 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

£24,000

Finance available £524 pm

2L
45.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Thurlow Nunn Norwich

01603337183 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match 5dr £0 Tax - ULEZ FREE

Reduced

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

1.6L
134.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Maximum Car Supermarket

02392002264 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£18,490

1.5L
13.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - TSI 5-Door

Low Mileage

£6,150

Finance available £115 pm

1.2L
40.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

NS Auto Trading Ltd

02039577375 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (03) - 3.2 R32 Hatchback 5dr Petrol Ulez

Reduced

£23,995

Finance available £472 pm

3.2L
35.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
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W R Car Sales Limited

01274087616 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£6,000

Finance available £112 pm

2L
112.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

M & Y Car Sales

01952984337 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,350

Finance available £142 pm

1.6L
83.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Brian McManus Car Sales Ltd

02890021675 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI GTI Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,590

Finance available £304 pm

2L
76.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

JB Quality Cars

01942590040 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£27,490

Finance available £544 pm

2L
4.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.4 TSI 160 GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£4,150

Finance available £70 pm

1.4L
108.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AUTO ONE XPRESS LTD

02037633726 *

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 2016)

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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