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 Golf2025 - GTI 2.0 TSI 265ps 7-Speed DSG 5 Door Automatic

£39,885

2L
4.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bristol

01172331336 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

£12,295

1.4L
58.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall SKODA Northampton

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Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,995

2L
94.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Dereham Motor Company ltd

01362700376 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2008 (08) - 1.4 S 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,395

1.4L
123.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

More Motors Ltd

02038737379 *

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

Low Mileage

£15,495

Finance available £324 pm

2L
61.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars4You Edinburgh West

01313226854 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,298

1.5L
18.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Linwood Seat / Skoda / Cupra

01414736420 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£17,995

2L
73.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Estate

TMR Prestige Services

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Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line 5-Door

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

1.5L
76.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

WINTON MOTORS LTD

01727226266 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.0 TSI 115 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£14,899

Finance available £301 pm

1L
37.5K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£26,059

1.4L
9.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Milton Keynes

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Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£21,359

1.5L
12.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Reading

01189077016 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£18,495

Finance available £359 pm

2L
50.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Armstrong Massey Driffield

01377310214 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI S Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,590

Finance available £192 pm

1.4L
64.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Riverside Volvo Doncaster

01302248798 *

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

Low Mileage

£19,200

Finance available £398 pm

1.5L
24.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Peterborough

01733971423 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI MATCH EDITION BMT 5-Door

Reduced

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

2L
104.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Reo Car Sales

01291441528 *

4.3/5 Stars

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

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

2L
89.7K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps

£9,650

Finance available £193 pm

1.4L
72.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

J G PRESTIGE CARS LTD

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Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 Golf Clubsport GTi TSi Semi-Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£33,900

Finance available £676 pm

2L
16.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AutoSportiva Ltd

01732443577 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 5dr 1.5 TSi 150 Style

Low Mileage

£25,495

1.5L
1.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Frosts Chichester

01243219542 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

£32,949

1.5L
3.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bristol

01172331336 *

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 (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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