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.

5,266 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£3,350

1.6L
179.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Moulsham Motor Co.

01245678465 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI 150ps Style Ed EVO

£19,991

1.5L
25.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,999

Finance available £268 pm

1.4L
38.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Top Rides Group Ltd

01296324588 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,995

Finance available £349 pm

1.5L
32.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Stevenage Cars

01438908360 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI 5-Door

Low Mileage

£12,290

Finance available £252 pm

2L
77.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Whitley Bay Motors LTD

01916075847 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 2.0 TDI GTD Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,770

Finance available £107 pm

2L
93.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Wainman Motors

01733902676 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£6,795

Finance available £129 pm

1.6L
93.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Paradise Motors

01366310982 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (220 ps)

£13,531

Finance available £280 pm

2L
70.2K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

REVS (automotive) Limited

01205332693 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£27,990

1.5L
1.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

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Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 35.8kWh e-Golf 5-Door

Reduced

£10,650

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45.0K
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Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Key Auto Trade

01233223707 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 - TFSI GTI 3-Door

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

2L
85.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Barnsley Commercial Sales Ltd

01226107459 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£4,750

Finance available £84 pm

1.6L
163.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Eddie Mallon Motors

02837440447 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,099

Finance available £159 pm

1.4L
85.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cars Hub

01753915480 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,249

Finance available £312 pm

1.5L
35.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Manchester

01614139868 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£20,379

1.4L
44.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Perrys Doncaster Vauxhall

01302248564 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 2.0T GTI 5dr

£3,295

Finance available £51 pm

2L
148.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cadnam Car Sales

02382149488 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI 310 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

Reduced

£17,400

Finance available £337 pm

2L
80.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

GS Car Centre Ltd

01772348161 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£15,299

Finance available £313 pm

1.5L
38.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Burnley

01282504324 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD £35 TAX 2-Door

Low Mileage

£4,595

2L
98.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

C-Car Sales Ltd

01902907243 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£15,000

Finance available £313 pm

2L
15.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

4motion Cars

01733977717 *

0/5 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 5dr DSG

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