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 Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£15,500

Finance available £273 pm

1.5L
33.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Cannock

01543221765 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - LIFE TSI 5-Door

£21,190

Finance available £415 pm

1.5L
6.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vic Young South Shields Limited

01916076221 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG

£17,449

Finance available £356 pm

1.4L
55.4K
Miles
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245

£16,247

Finance available £320 pm

1.4L
65.0K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Gloucester

01452227227 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

£4,450

Finance available £77 pm

1.4L
153.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CARS4YOU

01274089739 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG Auto

£17,340

1.4L
45.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall FordStore Cambridge

01223632572 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£9,595

Finance available £192 pm

2L
93.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Carplex Ltd

01323396590 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,980

Finance available £312 pm

1.5L
39.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Stevenage

01438584759 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI GT Edition ACT 150PS DSG 5Dr

Low Mileage

£13,242

1.4L
50.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2005 - 1.6 FSI S 5-Door

Low Mileage

£2,495

1.6L
138.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cuxton Road Car Sales

01634959364 *

1.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 Golf R-Line Edition TDI BlueMotion Technology 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
52.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Car Quay

01283244020 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Black Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£31,881

Finance available £607 pm

1.5L
25.0
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Manual
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2005 (05) - 2.0T GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£3,875

Finance available £64 pm

2L
102.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Excel Motors

01733667455 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr DSG

£6,795

Finance available £129 pm

1.6L
100.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

J&M Cars Antrim

02879440954 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - MK8 Facelift 1.5 eTSI (150ps) R-Line DSG Automatic 5-Door

£31,998

1.5L
2.2K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Cardiff)

02922672897 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£20,350

Finance available £398 pm

2L
34.2K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

drivedirect Leicester

01164646061 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - S Tsi Bluemotion Technology Dsg

Low Mileage

£8,250

1.2L
68.7K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Station Ltd

01992367374 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI Black Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£28,989

Finance available £550 pm

1.5L
25.0
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,795

Finance available £308 pm

1.5L
40.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Greenhill Autos

01386573316 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI SE 5dr *ONE OWNER NEW MOT £20 TAX TIMING BELT DONE

£4,950

Finance available £88 pm

2L
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

SEAVIEW MOTORS LTD

01792001615 *

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 (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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