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 Golf2021 - Style 5dr 1.5 TSI 130PS Manual

£15,999

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
46.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Days of Gorseinon

01792739750 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (2

£17,990

Finance available £349 pm

1.4L
46.8K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Cartime Bury

01613887693 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£27,995

Finance available £555 pm

2L
25.0K
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AHC CAR SALES LTD

01135123659 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£25,495

Finance available £503 pm

2L
47.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Crawford Clarke Cars

02890022258 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£28,545

Finance available £566 pm

2L
99.0
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

Phillips (Lisburn) Ltd

02892791480 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (70) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£20,000

Finance available £357 pm

1.5L
19.4K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

2L
73.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Elite Trade Sales LTD

01236807180 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Reduced

£20,698

1.5L
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£13,600

Finance available £282 pm

2L
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD 5-Door

Low Mileage

£14,995

2L
53.2K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Venn's Motor Company

01823339223 *

Volkswagen Golf2006 - R32 3-Door

Low Mileage

£6,999

Finance available £134 pm

3.2L
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

Uppingham Car Sales

01572490993 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,990

Finance available £357 pm

1.4L
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Automatic
Hatchback

Best Car 4 You Ltd

01416118629 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1.5L
66.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

JH Foreman

01377318074 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.5 TSI eHybrid 19.7kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6

£31,000

Finance available £574 pm

1.5L
7.6K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 GT EDITION TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5d 148 BHP TEL. 01642 829098 / MOB 5-Door

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£11,995

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Hatchback

Roman Road Car Sales Ltd

01642937549 *

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

£19,299

Finance available £396 pm

2L
65.7K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6

Reduced

£14,444

Finance available £300 pm

2L
66.0K
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Hatchback

Andrew James Cars Ltd

01474556864 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£18,990

Finance available £370 pm

1.5L
45.6K
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Automatic
Hatchback

XENON AUTOMOTIVE LTD

01707932603 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,599

Finance available £360 pm

1.5L
15.0K
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Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

£21,099

Finance available £440 pm

1.5L
16.1K
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Motorpoint Newport

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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 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 3dr DSG

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