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.

5,312 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr Diesel Hatchback

£12,595

1.6L
53.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Ford Glasgow

01414839957 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£3,289

Finance available £51 pm

1.6L
186.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Motorhub

01535281058 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

2L
53.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Drew Baxter Car Sales

02890023131 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,995

Finance available £370 pm

2L
50.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

Run About Autos LTD

01756636620 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5dr

£11,399

Finance available £225 pm

1.5L
67.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,450

Finance available £358 pm

2L
58.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

NW Kehoe & Sons

02830447169 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£7,450

Finance available £144 pm

1.6L
98.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

SM Auto Sales

02890026930 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£20,299

Finance available £396 pm

2L
47.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sansoms Specialist Cars Limited

01916077550 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 1.6 TDI Match DSG Euro 5 5dr

Reduced

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.6L
33.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Alex Marc Motors

01389311467 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - GTI TSI DSG 5-Door

£24,775

Finance available £488 pm

2L
45.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

JMV

01634564263 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr DSG

£6,499

Finance available £123 pm

1.6L
113.8K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Boston Car Centre

07470022010 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

2L
71.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Atlantic Motors

01736806430 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,499

1.6L
26.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Corner Park Garage (Swansea)

01792344016 *

3.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

Reduced

£19,240

Finance available £375 pm

2L
37.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Mallusk

02890026957 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - GTD 2.0 TDI AUTOMATIC 5-Door

£9,450

Finance available £189 pm

2L
102.1K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Affordable Cars Carlisle

01228273207 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 2.0 Golf Match Edition BlueMotion Technology Semi-Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,975

2L
35.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Liberty Green Cars

01329559706 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,190

Finance available £339 pm

1.5L
23.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Farnham Volkswagen

01252916356 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.6 TDI GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£10,895

Finance available £221 pm

1.6L
87.7K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Ace Car Sales Bury

01618042294 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDi 105 Match 5dr

Reduced

£2,650

1.6L
160.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Allerton Trade Centre Ltd

01274028103 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 Golf Match Edition Tdi Bluemotion 5-Door

Low Mileage

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1.6L
68.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

AD Little Car Sales

01343611152 *

5/5 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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