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.

5,320 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 Golf GTD TDI Semi-Auto 5dr

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

2L
103.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

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02475105246 *

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

Low Mileage

£14,190

Finance available £293 pm

2L
64.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Match Crewe

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) - CLIMATE CO

Low Mileage

£16,898

1.5L
22.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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

Reduced

£17,499

2L
70.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Sandles Car Supermarket

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£5,750

Finance available £106 pm

1.4L
96.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

London Car Market

02037637051 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI Style Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,434

1.5L
9.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Barnstaple

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Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 Tsi R Hatchback 5dr Petrol Dsg 4motion Euro 6 s/s 300 Ps

Low Mileage

£23,999

Finance available £503 pm

2L
33.3K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

EMG Motor Group Haverhill

01440840870 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

£6,500

Finance available £123 pm

1.4L
97.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AK MOTORS (WEST MIDLANDS) LTD

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Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£25,698

1.5L
5.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Greenock

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI GTE DSG 5-Door

£17,197

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1.4L
50.5K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£25,998

2L
31.3K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 2dr

Low Mileage

£4,495

Finance available £78 pm

1.6L
82.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

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Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,850

1.5L
53.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Match Chester

01244207613 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (150ps) R-Line EVO

£18,791

1.5L
43.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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

£4,775

1.6L
128.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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02475105174 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.4 TSI GTE Advance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,895

1.4L
21.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Hinckley

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Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Reduced

£19,498

1.5L
13.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£8,300

Finance available £163 pm

2L
113.4K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

£31,288

2L
14.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Mansfield

01312025167 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5-Door

£15,897

Finance available £319 pm

1.5L
34.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Birmingham

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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 (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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