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.

5,197 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£32,250

2L
4.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Saxton 4x4

01245202306 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£15,957

1.5L
30.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Skoda Chesterfield

01246925107 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - MK8 Hatch 5-Dr 1.5 eTSI (150PS) Life EVO DSG

£21,390

1.5L
12.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - TSI BlueMotion Tech Match 5-Door

Low Mileage

£9,495

Finance available £190 pm

1.4L
78.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MV SALES UK LTD TA Motor Vision

01275409894 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£23,750

2L
42.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

PMA CARS

02890026896 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD BlueLine 5dr

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

2L
148.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

WYLIE CARS (NI) LTD

02890023623 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s

£7,695

Finance available £150 pm

2L
91.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

WIGAN VEHICLE SOLUTIONS LIMITED

01942918522 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£15,644

1.5L
29.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Peugeot Launceston

01566701767 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£26,799

Finance available £565 pm

2L
23.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Castleford

01977800692 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,470

Finance available £359 pm

1.5L
15.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

David Hayton Ltd (Autostore Penrith)

01768800804 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - Golf R Dsg 5-Door

£12,495

Finance available £257 pm

2L
95.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Meridian Motors Limited

01506376846 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£25,700

Finance available £507 pm

2L
22.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Saxton 4x4

01245202306 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.0 eTSI MHEV Life DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,300

Finance available £342 pm

1L
34.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£18,000

Finance available £372 pm

1.5L
38.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Chris W Roads Ltd

01773301938 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 TSI 150 R-Line 3dr

Reduced

£10,650

Finance available £216 pm

1.4L
64.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Clive Hamilton Motors

02890023155 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,995

Finance available £370 pm

2L
50.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

Run About Autos LTD

01756636620 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£43,583

Finance available £837 pm

2L
25.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s)

Low Mileage

£10,898

Finance available £221 pm

1.6L
55.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MQAS CARS LTD

01254946245 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1.5L
66.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

JH Foreman

01377318074 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£38,980

Finance available £746 pm

2L
15.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4/5 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 (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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