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 - 1.5 Match Edition Evo TSI Dsg 5DR Estate Petrol

Low Mileage

£18,289

Finance available £355 pm

1.5L
19.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Direct Cars Limited

01145510336 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 TSI 150 GT 5dr DSG

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

1.4L
128.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

4 FAB WHEELS

02039122513 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 2dr

Low Mileage

£4,495

Finance available £78 pm

1.6L
82.8K
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Diesel
Manual
Convertible

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Volkswagen Golf2021 - Style 5dr 1.5 TSI 130PS Manual

£15,999

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
46.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Days of Gorseinon

01792739750 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£19,895

1.5L
18.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Skipton

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - TDI SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£11,990

Finance available £246 pm

1.6L
43.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

Whitley Bay Motors LTD

01916075847 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

1.4L
100.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Gardner and Wake

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Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (

Low Mileage

£10,990

1.4L
57.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£28,995

Finance available £575 pm

2L
16.6K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

The House of Cars

01158227133 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£23,998

2L
47.2K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Peugeot (Kilmarnock)

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - TDI Style 5-Door

£13,440

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2L
91.2K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

RB AUTOS SW LIMITED TA Bristol Car Centre

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,694

Finance available £150 pm

1.4L
100.0K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
120.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

R&S Car Sales

07838231579 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI 105 S 5dr

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.6L
120.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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02920028847 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech GT 5-Door

Low Mileage

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.4L
23.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Ian Thomson Car Sales LTD

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
74.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Dereham Motor Company ltd

01362700376 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (K) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Reduced

£15,495

Finance available £324 pm

1.5L
35.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motoring Way LTD

01633742355 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr DSG [Nav]

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.6L
74.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

Diesels Direct

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Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.4 TSI SE 3dr RARE 3 DOOR - ONLY 61000 MILES

Low Mileage

£7,999

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
61.9K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Parc Lane Cars Ltd

01913232948 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr

£13,249

Finance available £274 pm

1.5L
51.3K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Palmers Mitsubishi Hemel Hempsted

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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 2016)

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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