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.

5,267 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2021 - Life 1.5 TSI 130PS 6-speed Manual 5 Door Manual

Low Mileage

£16,490

1.5L
25.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Cardiff)

02922672897 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - Life Tdi 5-Door

£18,950

Finance available £369 pm

2L
43.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

DOBIES CUMBRIA MOTORS LIMITED

01900511956 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr Manual

£23,800

1.5L
13.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bath

01225617306 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£17,249

Finance available £363 pm

1.5L
40.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Stellantis &You Sale

01614139897 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

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£11,950

Finance available £245 pm

1.6L
79.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

O'Kane Cars

02879440619 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG GTI PERFORMACE PACK, AREA VIEW

£39,990

2L
2.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) - 17IN ALL

£14,212

Finance available £277 pm

1.5L
72.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Mountsorrel

01162165589 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 99kW e-Golf 35kWh Auto 5-Door

£9,676

Finance available £174 pm

40.9K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Grimsby

01472806810 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2001 (Y) - SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£1,795

1.6L
148.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bourne Valley Autos

01264311668 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£20,500

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2L
47.2K
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Estate

Silverstone Cars Limited

01708206414 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£23,498

1.5L
23.0
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Bathgate

01506353072 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.5L
111.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Renown Motors

01613887637 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.4 Twist Euro 5 5dr

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£3,695

1.4L
78.0K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Imaan Motors Ltd

01895540690 *

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

£15,695

Finance available £328 pm

2L
73.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Autoever Limited

01614700226 *

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

£14,000

2L
64.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Fusion Motors Limited

01375808581 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,950

Finance available £348 pm

1.5L
35.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Colin Francis Cars

02879441906 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,465

1.5L
13.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (

Low Mileage

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

1.4L
50.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Drive City Cars Ltd

01616696923 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£41,995

Finance available £842 pm

2L
4.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Basingstoke Volkswagen

01256634772 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.0 eTSI Life 5dr DSG

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£16,895

Finance available £369 pm

1L
14.2K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Range Manchester

01618048254 *

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 5dr DSG

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