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.

5,297 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

£26,995

Finance available £534 pm

2L
24.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Evolve Motor Company

01633741704 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 - 1.9 Match TDI 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,299

1.9L
67.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Regent Garage

01766800157 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,749

Finance available £385 pm

1.5L
13.3K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(18) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,450

Finance available £301 pm

61.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

OLDOAKCARSALE LTD

02039537432 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,960

Finance available £245 pm

2L
103.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Swan Car Brokers

01592802385 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT Edition 5dr DSG

£18,999

Finance available £402 pm

1.5L
3.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr

£1,795

2L
185.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

RAF-Cars

01494413879 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

100

Reduced

£18,895

Finance available £416 pm

1.5L
13.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Range Liverpool

01515417938 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,099

Finance available £338 pm

2L
45.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI GTD BlueLine Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£11,676

Finance available £239 pm

2L
85.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

SR Motors

01793268063 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG

£18,950

Finance available £369 pm

1.4L
36.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£22,998

Finance available £452 pm

2L
37.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Corus Automotives

01777800508 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI GT Edition 5dr DSG

Reduced

£9,850

Finance available £198 pm

2L
97.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

ILEX CAR SALES LTD

02877440249 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,795

Finance available £353 pm

2L
62.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

SRE Motors Ltd

01782432860 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI GTE DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£14,697

Finance available £294 pm

1.4L
43.4K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Hessle

01482947558 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£24,490

Finance available £522 pm

1.5L
9.4K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Match Crewe

01270441019 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 3dr

Reduced

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1.6L
45.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

S L Cars

01985800653 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.0 TSI 115 Match 5dr DSG AUTO PETROL, 71000 MILES

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1L
71.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Brownlow Cars

01325527847 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 3dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (30

£12,270

2L
99.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Manchester

01612417068 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - TSI Style 5-Door

£14,495

1.5L
76.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

McCarthy Cars Ltd

02038895516 *

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 (2016 to 2020)

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
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

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