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.

5,063 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£5,980

1.4L
74.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

East City Cars

02038056845 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

£17,990

Finance available £349 pm

2L
37.4K
Miles
Diesel
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Hatchback

Gatehouse Used Car Sales

01296791922 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Life 5-Door

Low Mileage

£15,997

Finance available £322 pm

1.5L
24.4K
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Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Stoke

01782432938 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£9,849

Finance available £186 pm

1.5L
88.5K
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Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2006 (06) - SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£2,695

1.6L
79.7K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Regal Motors

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

£18,495

Finance available £359 pm

1.5L
39.5K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,989

Finance available £178 pm

1.4L
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Hatchback

Auto Investments UK Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£28,300

Finance available £598 pm

2L
10.1K
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Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s)

Low Mileage

£12,950

Finance available £267 pm

2L
80.0K
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WRC Sales Limited

01228588371 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 2.0 TDI SE DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,495

2L
69.9K
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Estate

Dereham Motor Company ltd

01362700376 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr

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£28,490

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2L
11.0K
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Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Mallusk

02890026957 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£19,407

1.5L
25.6K
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Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Oxford Kidlington

01865956226 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,045

1.5L
25.9K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (65) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.4L
63.5K
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Hatchback

Manor Garage Car Sales

01603516693 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,200

Finance available £183 pm

1.4L
81.5K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Star Cars London

02037726236 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr DSG [Nav]

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.6L
74.0K
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Diesels Direct

01502441258 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£4,990

1.6L
108.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Dedicated Motor Company Ltd

01709913919 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 R 5d 298 BHP 5-Door

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2L
57.5K
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Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,495

Finance available £339 pm

1.5L
31.0K
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Collins of Probus Ltd

01872301805 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG SEMI-AUTO

Low Mileage

£21,299

1.5L
25.8K
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Semi Auto
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TrustFord Ballymena

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4.7/5 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 (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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