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.

5,336 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,495

1.5L
26.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall SEAT Braintree

01376312248 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

£6,750

1.6L
125.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

J.D AUTOS NI Ltd

02890023680 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,599

Finance available £338 pm

2L
28.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 3dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (30

£13,440

Finance available £272 pm

2L
94.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Ponko

01223857211 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,490

1.4L
89.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Shayan's Motor Company Ltd

01924978962 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav DSG 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,700

Finance available £343 pm

1.5L
15.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Turners of Roborough

01752427448 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr DSG

Reduced

£7,995

1.6L
135.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Top Gear NI

02879440940 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (

£11,979

1.4L
73.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carworld Supermarket

01733794246 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr + WINTER PACK

Low Mileage

£18,191

1.5L
22.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,191

1.5L
9.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£22,750

Finance available £447 pm

1.5L
3.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Mallusk

02890026957 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,295

2L
114.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

White Rose Cars

01134676154 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£23,750

Finance available £467 pm

2L
46.1K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

iGEN Autos

02890023662 *

Volkswagen Golf1.4 Comfort Line Premium Edition Auto 5DR

Low Mileage

£7,495

49.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

THE CARMARKET

02890023139 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - MATCH 2.0 TDI 150 PS 6 SPEED 5-Door

£5,994

2L
137.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

TMB Van Sales

01618042445 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£16,790

Finance available £285 pm

1.5L
30.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Farnham Volkswagen

01252916356 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG

£46,990

2L
1.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Worcester

01902240177 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 Tsi 150 R-Line 5Dr

Low Mileage

£26,885

1.5L
6.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Volkswagen Newcastle Scotswood Road

01916077232 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI 150 Style Edition 5dr

£18,783

Finance available £365 pm

1.5L
28.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bennett Renault Leeds

01134680623 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.6 TDI R-Line Edition 5dr

£13,490

Finance available £279 pm

1.6L
84.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Pitstop Motors

02890023745 *

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 3dr DSG

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