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.

5,115 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.6 TDi 105 SE 5dr

£2,199

1.6L
145.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Fairfield Car Centre

01615196713 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

£15,198

1L
39.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Exeter

01414839930 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.4 TSI GTE Advance 5dr DSG

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£13,995

Finance available £247 pm

1.4L
70.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

M.J.S Cars LTD

02890023227 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£27,990

1.5L
539.0
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,950

Finance available £356 pm

2L
63.6K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Ballinderry Car Sales Limited

02892441046 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDI Match DSG Euro 5 5dr

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£4,980

1.6L
86.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Vision Motors Direct - Haydock

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Volkswagen Golf(12) - 2.0 TDI GT (Leather) Euro 5 3dr

£3,895

115.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Not Supplied

A1 Car Shop Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (150ps) R-Line EVO

£21,495

1.5L
26.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Specialist Cars Dunfermline

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Volkswagen Golf2009 - 2.0 TSI GTI Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,995

2L
85.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

IMPORT AUTOS LIMITED

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Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£9,494

Finance available £190 pm

1.5L
95.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Estate

AutoTrade Southwest

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0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 8 GTI 2.0 TSI 245PS 7-speed DSG 5 Door

Low Mileage

£24,998

2L
24.4K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps

£6,995

2L
93.2K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Teesside Car Finance

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0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 2.0TDI (150ps) Style DSG Automatic

Low Mileage

£20,200

2L
19.2K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

01452227271 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£13,990

Finance available £239 pm

1.5L
50.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£14,497

Finance available £289 pm

1.5L
55.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£15,498

1.5L
59.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Exeter

01414839930 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI 125ps SE 5dr Nav

Low Mileage

£12,750

Finance available £263 pm

1.4L
32.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Regent Garage

01766800157 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

1.5L
61.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Stevenage Cars

01438908360 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£16,300

Finance available £342 pm

2L
69.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sandiforths

01909498742 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

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£18,298

1.5L
8.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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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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