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.

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Volkswagen Golf(64) - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,150

Finance available £160 pm

52.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
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HKW Car Sales Ltd

01616967899 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 - 2.0 TDI SE Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (140 ps)

£1,990

2L
174.8K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

Your Motoring Limited

01487800643 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

£18,398

1L
14.9K
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Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Southampton

01414839954 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,995

1.5L
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Hatchback

The Car Co

01616945324 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 Golf SE Nav TDI BlueMotion Technology 5dr

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.6L
93.4K
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Hatchback

AutoTyne

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

£15,249

Finance available £309 pm

1L
30.9K
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Estate

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,510

1.5L
21.9K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI R-Line Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,149

Finance available £332 pm

2L
40.2K
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Hatchback

Motorpoint Swansea

01792001617 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£23,006

Finance available £462 pm

2L
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01327221488 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (320 ps)

Low Mileage

£28,850

Finance available £572 pm

2L
18.5K
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Saxton 4x4

01245202306 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 1.9 TDI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,999

1.9L
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Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

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£21,498

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Arnold Clark Kia (Linwood)

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr DSG Euro 6 Ulez

£8,775

Finance available £174 pm

1.4L
87.0K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

Your Dream Car Ltd

01494414237 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 2.0 SE TDI 5d 138 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£3,495

Finance available £56 pm

2L
130.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cars4You Dunfermline

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI MATCH BLUE EDITION 5DR

Low Mileage

£9,450

Finance available £189 pm

1.4L
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01834820915 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG Automatic

Low Mileage

£37,428

Finance available £748 pm

2L
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Hatchback

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01924667079 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£23,790

2L
32.1K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

Ross Harvey Ltd

01460207901 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£28,750

Finance available £570 pm

2L
24.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

David Hayton Ltd (Mazda Carlisle)

01228273596 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 5-Door

Low Mileage

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
44.8K
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Paignton Motor Company

01803223528 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (30

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£18,495

Finance available £359 pm

2L
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Daci Autos Bristol LTD

01172331343 *

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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