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.

5,282 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.5L
64.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Meadway Autoland

01216475215 *

1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI Match Edition Automatic Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (110

£8,583

Finance available £169 pm

1.6L
87.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Vehicle Solutions NW Ltd

01995910308 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,150

Finance available £338 pm

1.5L
10.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Planet Watford

01923927636 *

4.5/5 Stars

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

Reduced

£8,200

Finance available £161 pm

52.7K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Hammond Cars Ipswich

01473927579 *

4.5/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£17,990

1.4L
13.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Penton Citroen Salisbury

01722445449 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.4L
75.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

S & S Car Sales

01592407421 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£26,199

2L
27.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Barnstaple

01271443056 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.2 TSI S 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.2L
81.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

ALPINE MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED

01382238351 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,945

Finance available £155 pm

1.6L
77.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Sean O'Hara Cars

02890026918 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - e-Golf 5dr

£11,990

53.4K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Phantom Motor Company

01942365271 *

Volkswagen Golf2003 (03) - 3.2 R32 3dr

Low Mileage

£13,495

Finance available £279 pm

3.2L
103.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AMR Motors Limited

01484503310 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,699

Finance available £351 pm

2L
52.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Trafford

01616969155 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2003 (03) - 1.9 TDI PD Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,495

1.9L
139.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Grand Motors Stockport Ltd

01614139892 *

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 Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr + 18' CATANIA ALLOYS/SPARE WHEEL MANUAL

Low Mileage

£24,449

1.5L
2.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Swansea)

01792739752 *

0/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£17,998

1.5L
24.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark SEAT/Cupra (Glasgow North)

01414839922 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - GT TDI BlueMotion Technology Semi-Auto 5-Door

£5,495

Finance available £100 pm

2L
133.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

RGS CARS LIMITED

01403331258 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

Reduced

£12,299

Finance available £252 pm

1.6L
75.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Jody Campbell Cars

02870441631 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,244

1.5L
33.1K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Letchworth

01462559198 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 3dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£18,499

Finance available £359 pm

2L
55.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cartime Rochdale

01615298277 *

4.4/5 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 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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