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 Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£21,995

Finance available £431 pm

2L
54.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evolve Motor Company

01633741704 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,999

2L
41.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch

01792001651 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£20,095

Finance available £392 pm

2L
62.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Audenshaw Motor Company Ltd TA Audenshaw Motors

01614139877 *

4/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£16,800

Finance available £298 pm

1.5L
19.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.2L VOLKSWAGEN GOLF PETROL

Low Mileage

£4,990

Finance available £89 pm

1.2L
52.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Jan London Trade Ltd

01217288705 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£21,564

1.5L
15.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Letchworth

01462559198 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr

£2,795

1.6L
179.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

MY ISHAQ LTD

01217525785 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2006 (06) - S FSI 5-Door

Low Mileage

£1,099

1.6L
99.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

M G Motors of Cheam Ltd

02037636649 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (74) - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£27,172

1.5L
5.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Skipton

01535280951 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 Golf SE Nav TDI BlueMotion Technology 5dr

£6,095

Finance available £114 pm

2L
139.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

RallySport Automotive Limited

01206489764 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 Tdi Bluemotion Tech S Hatchback 5-Door

Reduced

£4,975

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
119.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

GMC MOTORS B'HAM LIMITED

01217285878 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£22,500

1.5L
18.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Loughborough

01509274556 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 8 GTD 2.0 TDI 200PS 7-speed DSG 5 Door

Low Mileage

£27,200

2L
5.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

John Clark Skoda Dundee

01382279255 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,298

1.5L
28.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Nottingham Motorstore / Vanstore

01158964024 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

£22,998

1.5L
9.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen/MG (Rutherglen)

01414839932 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2006 - 2.0 TFSI GTI 3dr

Low Mileage

£5,750

Finance available £106 pm

2L
101.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hartlebury Cars

01562547645 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

£15,950

Finance available £334 pm

2L
75.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MCT CARS LTD

02890023785 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£16,950

Finance available £356 pm

2L
54.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Todds of Campsie

02871220972 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style Edition 5-Door

£17,497

1.5L
42.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Stoke

01782432938 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£31,400

Finance available £547 pm

2L
5.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
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Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

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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