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.

5,213 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 1.6 TDI Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Auto Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£11,975

Finance available £245 pm

1.6L
65.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Birkdale Cars Limited

01695661973 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£26,500

Finance available £524 pm

2L
40.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

NAC MANCHESTER LTD

01612417467 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI GT Edition 5dr DSG - Glass Pan Roof / Sat Nav / FSH

Low Mileage

£11,945

2L
60.7K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

W R Davies Ford Llangefni

01248663762 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr DSG

£14,399

Finance available £290 pm

1.5L
60.9K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch

01452227360 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£2,499

1.6L
128.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cars Direct Stockport

01613887691 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£30,498

Finance available £606 pm

2L
7.1K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Newcastle BYD

01916071118 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 3dr DSG

£16,090

2L
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Perrys Barnsley Citroen

01226449434 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,799

Finance available £442 pm

1.5L
5.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£28,490

1.5L
5.3K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 Golf Match Edition BlueMotion Technology Semi-Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,975

2L
35.3K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Liberty Green Cars

01329559706 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI 300 R 3dr 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£18,950

Finance available £369 pm

2L
43.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Revitupukcom

01244268811 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£17,450

Finance available £338 pm

2L
57.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Colin Francis Cars

02879441906 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Diesel Estate

Low Mileage

£26,502

2L
5.7K
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Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Vertu Hyundai Exeter

01392341625 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,290

Finance available £275 pm

1.5L
38.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AutoVenue LTD

01633747902 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

£9,495

Finance available £190 pm

1.6L
89.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Starrett 4x4

02871220960 *

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

Low Mileage

£10,999

Finance available £223 pm

2L
54.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

AB Car Sales (South West) Ltd

01822661594 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£14,995

Finance available £244 pm

2L
63.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Murrays of Randalstown

02894330178 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£16,251

Finance available £348 pm

1.5L
77.2K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£18,600

Finance available £385 pm

1.5L
38.7K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 p

Low Mileage

£14,900

Finance available £311 pm

2L
42.3K
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Diesel
Manual
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Integrity Automotive Limited

01473907545 *

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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