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.

5,065 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 8 GTI Clubsport 2.0TSI 300PS DSG Ã¢ Panoramic sunroof, DCC, Rear view ca 5-Door

£32,789

Finance available £653 pm

2L
23.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (150ps) R-Line EVO

£20,791

1.5L
27.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

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£24,990

Finance available £493 pm

1.5L
6.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Mallusk

02890026957 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.9 BlueMotion TDI Estate 5-Door

£1,495

1.9L
171.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

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01254947703 *

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

Low Mileage

£16,000

Finance available £335 pm

2L
59.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Sandiforths

01909498742 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,299

Finance available £319 pm

1.6L
19.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG Hatchback

£28,999

2L
10.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Perrys Mansfield Mazda

01623706502 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£12,490

Finance available £257 pm

2L
104.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI R 3dr

Reduced

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

2L
79.0K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

DMC

01412601329 *

0/5 Stars

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

£13,990

1.5L
51.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carworld Supermarket

01733794246 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£7,994

Finance available £156 pm

2L
107.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Launch 3-Door

£3,950

Finance available £66 pm

2L
80.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

South West Salvage Ltd

01684211370 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£19,589

1.5L
30.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall MINI Bournemouth

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Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 2.0 TDI SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

2L
121.8K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

KENT COUNTY MOTORS LIMITED

01622234342 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£23,900

Finance available £407 pm

2L
29.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,990

Finance available £246 pm

1.5L
67.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Adam Blackman Ltd

01732927585 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 Golf R-Line TDI BlueMotion Technology DSG Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,295

2L
52.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Liberty Green Cars

01329559706 *

3.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

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£14,100

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1.5L
29.3K
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Hatchback

Big Motoring World Norwich

01603567768 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£9,950

Finance available £200 pm

1.6L
83.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Mulligan Motors

02830441538 *

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

£5,999

Finance available £112 pm

1.4L
128.8K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Thornbury Car Centre

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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 (2016 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 / 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

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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