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.

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr**Digital Cockpit Pro with a 10.25'' high-resolution TF

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.5L
61.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hailsham Motoring Centre

01323914685 *

Volkswagen Golf1991 (H) - 3 door

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

2L
114.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Grove Cars

01143089351 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual 115 bhp

Low Mileage

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

1.6L
31.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Carjoy UK Limited

01224019779 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 - SE TDI DSG 5-Door

£3,495

Finance available £56 pm

1.6L
142.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

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01945664266 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£12,970

2L
69.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Stockport

01616945314 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG

£12,195

Finance available £250 pm

2L
77.2K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Harvey One Motors

01793268069 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - GTI Clubsport 2.0 TSI 300ps 7-Speed DSG 5 Door Automatic

Reduced

£47,827

2L
2.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bristol

01172331336 *

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

Low Mileage

£20,200

Finance available £358 pm

1.5L
14.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (90 ps)

Low Mileage

£7,750

Finance available £151 pm

1.6L
63.6K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

AUTOTRADE BIRMINGHAM LTD

01217525773 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 Golf GTD 5dr

£11,650

Finance available £238 pm

2L
73.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

SKV Motors

01708202983 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 Golf SE BlueMotion Technology TDI 2dr

Reduced

£3,495

Finance available £56 pm

1.6L
110.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Malt Mill Motors Ltd

01156848099 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,960

Finance available £245 pm

2L
103.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Swan Car Brokers

01592802385 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) - PARK

Low Mileage

£12,620

Finance available £244 pm

1.5L
42.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Cannock

01543227664 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

£20,399

Finance available £433 pm

2L
50.3K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£8,994

Finance available £179 pm

2L
73.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

AutoTrade Southwest

01453701529 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£19,895

1.5L
18.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Skipton

01535280951 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

£19,750

Finance available £385 pm

2L
32.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Clive Hamilton Motors

02890023155 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.4 tsi bluemotion DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
66.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Cardiff Motors

02921921384 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI 150 Style Edition 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£18,902

1.5L
31.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Ford Hartlepool

01429807316 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 1.0 TSI SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£8,755

Finance available £173 pm

1L
73.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

South & West Motors Ltd

01225613057 *

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 Present)

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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