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.

5,192 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2024 - R MK8 2.0 TSI 4Motion 320PS DSG 5 Dr Automatic

Low Mileage

£37,990

2L
3.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Neyland)

01646400240 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

Low Mileage

£27,991

Finance available £554 pm

2L
14.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Cardiff Trade Sales Ltd

02922679489 *

Volkswagen Golf2006 - 3.2 V6 R32 4MOTION 3dr DSG

Low Mileage

£14,995

3.2L
59.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Empire Autos NI

02890023547 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£22,698

1.5L
4.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Wishaw)

01698537718 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 Golf R TSi 4WD 5dr

£19,990

2L
71.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Phantom Motor Company

01942365271 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI Match Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,645

1.6L
71.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

LCC Car Sales Limited

01274028163 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.0 TSI 110 SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,490

1L
43.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

W R Davies Renault Llandudno Junction

01492550722 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 99kW e-Golf 35kWh , PCO 5-Door

£9,000

Finance available £179 pm

59.0K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

London West Cars Ltd

02037637048 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport S 3dr

Reduced

£37,995

Finance available £760 pm

2L
14.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Volkservice

01253209357 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,595

Finance available £214 pm

2L
85.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

R Line Motors

01619147758 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI S 5dr

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
90.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Lowes of Larne Ltd

02828440130 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,249

Finance available £330 pm

2L
38.7K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.4 S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,795

1.4L
62.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Reading Cars

01182071736 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.2L VOLKS W GOLF 6 TSI PETROL

Low Mileage

£4,990

Finance available £89 pm

1.2L
58.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Jan London Trade Ltd

01217288705 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG Auto

£18,688

2L
40.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Ford Kings Lynn

01553603590 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - MK7 Facelift e-Golf 136PS BEV Automatic 5dr Automatic

Reduced

£11,490

Finance available £234 pm

28.2K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Crowsons of Spalding

01775660387 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.0 TSI SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 bhp)

Low Mileage

£13,295

1L
24.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - TDI Match 5-Door

£12,690

Finance available £261 pm

2L
65.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Whitley Bay Motors LTD

01916075847 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£20,868

1.5L
25.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Marshall Volkswagen Barnstaple

01271443056 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - GTI TSI 5-Door

Low Mileage

£16,995

Finance available £357 pm

2L
61.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Southwest Motor Company

01752982529 *

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 Present)

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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