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.

5,135 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,498

1.5L
9.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (320 ps)

Low Mileage

£31,800

Finance available £548 pm

2L
11.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 Golf Match Edition TDI BlueMotion Technology 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,950

Finance available £200 pm

2L
64.8K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Berrow Motors

01278554025 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

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£4,980

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1.6L
86.5K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

East City Cars

02036176867 *

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

Low Mileage

£24,998

2L
24.4K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - GTI 2.0 TSI (265ps) DSG Ã¢ Queenstown Alloys, Black package, Sunroof, Ar 5-Door

£38,771

Finance available £742 pm

2L
12.0
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Reduced

£13,495

Finance available £279 pm

2L
89.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Botley Car Centre Limited

01489661104 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.0 TSI SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,300

Finance available £141 pm

1L
56.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SHEFFIELD DIRECT MOTORS

01143218700 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (210 ps)

Low Mileage

£7,350

Finance available £142 pm

2L
89.1K
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Hatchback

Stockport Car Supermarket

01612416384 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - Gtd Tdi Dsg 5-Door

Low Mileage

£28,920

Finance available £624 pm

2L
9.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Hippo Approved

01254445378 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

1.4L
170.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

R And R Trade Cars Ltd

01494311448 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,440

Finance available £233 pm

1.4L
78.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Wembley Prestige Cars

02037803372 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,250

Finance available £318 pm

1.5L
34.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,741

1.5L
19.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

£19,099

Finance available £392 pm

2L
58.7K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Store Manchester

01616944756 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£27,690

Finance available £548 pm

2L
5.4K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Mallusk

02890026957 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr [Performance Pack]

Low Mileage

£13,950

Finance available £289 pm

2L
73.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Magee Automotive

02890022120 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,290

Finance available £230 pm

1.5L
24.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Diamond Specialist Cars Limited

01422412351 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

2L
123.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

M.J.S Cars LTD

02890023227 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,899

Finance available £370 pm

1.5L
17.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Castleford

01977800692 *

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 5dr DSG

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