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 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£17,950

Finance available £348 pm

2L
92.7K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

IJ Motors & Commercials

02890023175 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,849

Finance available £391 pm

1.5L
23.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Sheffield

01143086607 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TDI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£26,480

Finance available £501 pm

2L
50.0
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps) - LED - HEATED S

Low Mileage

£26,603

Finance available £537 pm

2L
16.2K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Gloucester

01452227227 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - A6 45 TFSI 265 Quattro Black Edition 5dr S Tronic

Low Mileage

£16,823

1.5L
24.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 - 1.6 Golf Match TDI BlueMotion Technology 5dr

Reduced

£3,490

Finance available £56 pm

1.6L
93.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Swaan Motors Ltd

01733667053 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 - S TSI +ULEZ COMPLIANT+FULL HISTORY+02/26 MOT+3M WARRANTY 5-Door

Reduced

£3,910

Finance available £65 pm

1.2L
98.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

GL1 Car Sales

01452224639 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - TSI R 5-Door

Low Mileage

£20,990

Finance available £411 pm

2L
47.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Wheelers Chipping Norton

01608692663 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI 150 Style Edition 5dr

£18,783

Finance available £365 pm

1.5L
28.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bennett Renault Leeds

01134680623 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (74) - 2.0 TSI 333 R Black Edition 4Motion 5dr DSG + 19' WARMENAU ALLOYS + DCC

Low Mileage

£45,991

2L
799.0
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£18,500

Finance available £399 pm

2L
18.2K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Cannock

01543221765 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

£6,289

Finance available £118 pm

1.4L
108.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Key Kars

01405800965 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.5L
72.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorswitch Ltd

01942364531 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 1.9 Match TDI 5dr

£1,495

1.9L
184.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Classix Carz

01217287137 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,795

Finance available £152 pm

1.6L
100.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Forte Motors Ltd

01234237126 *

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

Reduced

£21,995

Finance available £431 pm

2L
21.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

WYNFORD SPECIALIST MOTORS LIMITED

01217288702 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,990

Finance available £156 pm

2L
110.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Westbrook Car Sales

01733794312 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Cabriolet Euro 5 (s/s) 2dr

Low Mileage

£3,990

Finance available £67 pm

1.6L
73.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Maldon Cars and Vans Ltd

01245204347 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.6L
108.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

BSB CARS LTD

01158227473 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - TSI R 20 Years 5-Door

£33,995

Finance available £678 pm

2L
30.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Wheelers Chipping Norton

01608692663 *

4.6/5 Stars

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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