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.

5,312 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

£10,950

Finance available £222 pm

2L
77.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

UCAR

02890026926 *

Volkswagen Golf1.2L PETROL

Low Mileage

£4,790

Finance available £85 pm

45.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Jan London Trade Ltd

01217288705 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (16) - 1.2 TSi DSG Automatic (Low 65,700 Miles) 5dr hatchback. TopSpec . PX OK

Low Mileage

£8,890

Finance available £176 pm

1.2L
65.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

mhas

02038056893 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 2.0 TDi 170 GTD 3dr DSG

£2,995

2L
200.5K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Motoworld (Leeds)

01134676319 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£10,295

1.5L
82.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line DSG 5-Door

£21,576

Finance available £441 pm

1.5L
28.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsupermarket.com Newcastle

01916070812 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2008 - 2.0T GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£8,950

Finance available £178 pm

2L
44.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Valley Cars and Classics Ltd

01488500852 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£17,799

Finance available £364 pm

1.5L
42.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.4 tsi bluemotion DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
66.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Cardiff Motors

02921921384 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - TSI Match Edition 5-Door

£11,295

1L
66.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

McCarthy Cars Ltd

02038895516 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£19,450

Finance available £379 pm

2L
19.6K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

HILLVIEW MOTORS Ltd

02890023629 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.6L
91.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

D&C AUTO REPAIRS LIMITED

01752982988 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£19,490

Finance available £380 pm

2L
62.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars Direct Peterborough Limited

01733971397 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Reduced

£20,698

1.5L
9.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (63) - TSI 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,395

Finance available £143 pm

1.4L
76.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

LONDON MOTORS&MOTORS LTD

01753291085 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 2.0 TSI 310 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£21,300

Finance available £417 pm

2L
48.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

GS Car Centre Ltd

01772348161 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105

Low Mileage

£7,250

Finance available £140 pm

1.6L
77.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Westbrook Car Sales

01733794312 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£15,799

Finance available £324 pm

1.5L
39.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Castleford

01977800692 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 Golf Match TSi Evo 5dr

Reduced

£10,700

Finance available £217 pm

1.5L
80.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Blackbird Crossroads Motors

01164646069 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 2.0 GT Sport TDI 170 DPF 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,500

2L
117.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

GMC MOTORS B'HAM LIMITED

01217285878 *

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 (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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