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.

5,250 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£21,238

1.4L
18.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Honda Blackburn

01254781192 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,998

1.5L
19.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Edinburgh Seafield MG

01313226884 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 Golf Match Edition TSi Evo 5dr

£10,450

Finance available £211 pm

1.5L
88.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

NATIONAL CAR HUB

01922665543 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG Automatic

Low Mileage

£28,990

Finance available £575 pm

2L
9.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

D M Keith Honda Grimsby

01472404007 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.4 TSI S 2dr

Low Mileage

£7,099

1.4L
58.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.6 TDI Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,499

Finance available £296 pm

1.6L
30.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Burnley

01282504324 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI Style Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£15,300

Finance available £277 pm

2L
60.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Big Motoring World Sheffield

01145510576 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Cabriolet 2dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps

Low Mileage

£8,699

1.6L
25.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Pinetree Car Superstore Tonypandy

01443806091 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

£14,770

Finance available £301 pm

1.5L
67.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evans Halshaw Ford Bedford

01234987593 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) - HEATED S

Low Mileage

£20,660

Finance available £413 pm

1.5L
17.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Towcester

01327221488 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5 Door Carmen Red Diesel Manual Eur

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

2L
96.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Brooklands Cars

01536211977 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Auto 5dr

£9,895

Finance available £199 pm

48.0K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

J Stuart & Co Ltd

01518322201 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (3D) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£20,499

1.5L
19.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

HPL Motors Oldham

01612416881 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr Manual

£18,190

1.5L
34.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Newport)

01633747928 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDi 105 Match 5dr DSG

£3,495

1.6L
123.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

The Cornish Car Co

01208222378 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 - R 3-Door

Low Mileage

£15,990

2L
53.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

JDM Autos

02380017672 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style Estate 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Reduced

£20,145

Finance available £419 pm

1.5L
19.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Estate

Tangelo Used Cars Exeter

01394331922 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£25,872

1.5L
7.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

South Hereford Volkswagen Hereford

01432809890 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO GPF R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Reduced

£15,990

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
54.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motors Today

01515417939 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,498

1.5L
27.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Milton Keynes

01416118716 *

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 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 (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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