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.

5,119 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

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

£14,950

Finance available £312 pm

2L
69.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Shadow Automotive Ltd

01780431436 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Reduced

£16,800

1.5L
22.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

County Motorparks Chelmsford

01245678762 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

1.6L
21.2K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Robinsons of Hillsborough

02892449352 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,299

Finance available £386 pm

2L
45.4K
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Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) A

Low Mileage

£17,990

Finance available £349 pm

1.5L
16.3K
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Hatchback

Cartime Rochdale

01615298277 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

£12,795

Finance available £264 pm

2L
84.9K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

HMK Car Sales Ltd

02890022257 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr DSG

£7,995

2L
100.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Wheels In Motion Sherborne

01935311739 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£12,700

Finance available £222 pm

1.5L
75.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr

£9,290

Finance available £185 pm

2L
110.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

A ONE MOTORS LTD

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£18,950

Finance available £369 pm

2L
70.0K
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Hatchback

Cambridgeshire Motor House LTD

01733666971 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT R-Line Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6

Low Mileage

£14,650

1.4L
52.0K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Bob Davies Car Sales

01495362191 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr

Reduced

£27,998

2L
18.0K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£23,998

1.5L
6.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Thurrock

01416118466 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2002 (51) - 2.8 V6 4MOTION 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,500

2.8L
88.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ashtons Cars

02921676281 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

£14,400

Finance available £299 pm

1.6L
52.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Roadside Motors

02892449312 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG

£17,790

Finance available £345 pm

2L
70.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

K2 Cars Omagh (NI) Ltd

02890023705 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

£19,499

1.5L
45.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Lincoln

01522467379 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match 5dr

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.5L
71.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Radius Vehicle Solutions

02890023225 *

Volkswagen Golf1997 (R) - 2.0 Avantgarde 2dr

Low Mileage

£1,995

2L
135.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

Mercia Cars

01630410587 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Performance 5-Door

£10,695

Finance available £217 pm

2L
112.6K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Steve Rowlands Car Sales

01443808710 *

4.8/5 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 Present)

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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