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.

5,219 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£26,549

Finance available £559 pm

2L
16.5K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Motorpoint Norwich

01332419206 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

£9,995

1.6L
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Miles
Diesel
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Hatchback

Edgars Car Sales

02891638368 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,799

Finance available £219 pm

1.6L
80.6K
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Estate

RCS Car Sales

01905953512 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) - 17IN ALL

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£19,114

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Volkswagen Golf2014 - TSI BlueMotion Tech R 5-Door

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£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

2L
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Hatchback

Newmachar Motors Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

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£12,750

Finance available £263 pm

1.6L
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Diesel
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Hatchback

BS Motors

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match 5dr DSG

£5,450

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1.6L
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Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

2L
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Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

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£24,998

1.5L
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Volkswagen Golf2020 - 99kW e-Golf 35kWh 5dr Auto

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£10,605

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Carsa Halesowen

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Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG [Nav]

£10,295

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OMAGH MOTORS

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Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI R 5-Door

£18,999

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Chastons Motor Company Limited

01495360311 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.6 TDI Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)-1 O

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£12,675

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Rix Motors

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Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TDI Life DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£19,950

Finance available £389 pm

2L
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
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Volkswagen Golf2011 - 1.6 TDi 105 Match 5dr

£4,495

1.6L
121.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Point Road Cars

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Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

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£12,599

Finance available £259 pm

2L
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Hatchback

FOW Trafford

01616969155 *

4.3/5 Stars

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

£18,130

1.5L
29.7K
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drivedirect Nuneaton

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4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

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£19,949

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Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - VOLKSWAGEN Golf 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol

Low Mileage

£10,450

1.4L
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Chiswick Honda

02038934344 *

0/5 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 (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 3dr DSG

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