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.

5,268 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.4 TSI GT (Leather) Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.4L
93.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carwebs Motors Limited

01642573712 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - Mark 8 Facelift(2024) Black Ed 1.5 TSI(150ps) Manual 5-Door

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£28,598

1.5L
3.3K
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Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Newport)

01633747928 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps)

Low Mileage

£10,900

Finance available £226 pm

1.4L
43.1K
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Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£6,950

Finance available £133 pm

1.6L
112.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Richard Sloan Cars

02890023215 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI SE 5dr [Nav]

£10,950

Finance available £222 pm

2L
65.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

J Hair Motors

02890023607 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr [Leather]

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2L
164.7K
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Hatchback

THE CAR PEOPLE - NEATH

01639509759 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (Z4) - 1.4 TSI S Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (122 ps)

Low Mileage

£3,495

Finance available £56 pm

1.4L
95.3K
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Hatchback

LMS Motors Ltd

01865596842 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 - GTI 2-Door

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£4,995

2L
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Central Cars (Leigh) Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£28,490

Finance available £565 pm

2L
31.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 R TSI DSG 5d 296 BHP 5-Door

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£14,945

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2L
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BRG AutoHub

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£22,998

1.5L
12.3K
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Wishaw)

01698537718 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,489

Finance available £190 pm

2L
101.9K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

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01216615564 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech S Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (122 ps)

Low Mileage

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1.4L
25.0K
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Automatic
Hatchback

GMC 2000

01134680586 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 2.0 TSI 333 R Black Edition 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£47,990

2L
1.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2001 (51) - 1.6

Low Mileage

£1,995

1.6L
103.0K
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Petrol
Manual
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Hamilton Motors

01562541393 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 1.4 TSI SE Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,990

Finance available £67 pm

1.4L
109.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

H & M Cars Limited

01917314493 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (230 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,995

2L
59.1K
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Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Lancaster

01524938891 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£18,900

Finance available £368 pm

1.5L
27.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Sales NI Ltd

02882440438 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI R 4Motion 300ps DSG 5Dr

Low Mileage

£21,992

2L
46.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£10,498

2L
75.7K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Winsford)

01606531928 *

4.7/5 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 2016)

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 (2016 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 / 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

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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