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.

5,150 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2024 (73) - 1.0 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,300

Finance available £335 pm

1L
11.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Stevenage

01438584759 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

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£14,795

1.5L
50.6K
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Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (320 ps)

£33,233

Finance available £662 pm

2L
20.7K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Car City UK Catterick

01748900779 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£10,750

Finance available £218 pm

2L
82.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

McCague Motors

02890023778 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 2.0 TDi 110 S 5dr spares or repair

£750

2L
170.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

M&M Automotive

01590631653 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI 310 R 3dr 4MOTION

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£10,750

Finance available £218 pm

2L
180.0K
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Hatchback

4motion Cars

01733977717 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2008 (58) - 1.9 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Final Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.9L
93.6K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

EASICARS SUPERMARKET

02039375174 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.4L
129.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CKB Cars

02894330177 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - GT TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG 5-Door

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.6L
96.9K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Southwest Motor Company

01752982529 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr - FSH -

Low Mileage

£13,990

2L
51.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Glasshoughton Car Sales

01977803305 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£25,698

1.5L
4.6K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Greenock

01475601914 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (122 ps

Reduced

£10,695

Finance available £217 pm

1.4L
40.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Leeds Motor Company (Commercial Road)

01134676267 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr DSG

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

1.5L
55.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

RM AUTOMOTIVE CUMBRIA

01946552770 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TDI Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£24,495

Finance available £483 pm

2L
10.3K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Central Service Garage

01302246765 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.4 TSI GT Cabriolet Euro 5 2dr

Low Mileage

£6,000

Finance available £112 pm

1.4L
55.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Convertible

Canvey Carriage Company

01268203836 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£3,999

Finance available £67 pm

2L
115.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Elite Cars Nottingham Ltd

01158225950 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 1.6 TDi S 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,249

Finance available £73 pm

1.6L
58.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£14,200

1.5L
34.8K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

drivedirect Leamington Spa

01926569991 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG Auto

£11,367

1.4L
71.8K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Audi Coulsdon

02038895530 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,800

Finance available £276 pm

1.5L
20.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Wimbledon

02038235453 *

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 (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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