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 Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,889

Finance available £366 pm

1.5L
30.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.4 TSI Match Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,740

Finance available £61 pm

1.4L
105.0K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£11,200

1.5L
65.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carworld Superstore

01733978043 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

Reduced

£12,995

2L
98.2K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Dace German Car Centre

01616969152 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.4 Twist 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,950

1.4L
94.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SW Motors

01784771195 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,145

Finance available £249 pm

2L
84.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AHC CAR SALES LTD

01135123659 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.0 eTSI Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,849

Finance available £369 pm

1L
19.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Castleford

01977800692 *

Volkswagen Golf1.2 TSI Trend Line BMT Auto 5DR

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

23.6K
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Petrol
Manual
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THE CARMARKET

02890023139 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,975

Finance available £268 pm

2L
76.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Manual

Reduced

£16,399

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1.5L
43.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Car Warehouse Swansea

01792001637 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,699

Finance available £366 pm

2L
22.9K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Motorpoint Birmingham

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Volkswagen Golf2006 (06) - 3.2 V6 R32 4MOTION 3dr

Low Mileage

£12,000

3.2L
124.8K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

True Vehicle Sales

01284334029 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD BlueLine Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/

£11,298

Finance available £230 pm

2L
93.1K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

MQAS CARS LTD

01254946245 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

£10,250

Finance available £207 pm

1.6L
77.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cathedral Road Car Sales

02837440625 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.4L
94.0K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

The Car Lounge

01616944760 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,998

1.5L
20.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Southampton

01414839954 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI 333 R 4Motion 5dr DSG Automatic

Low Mileage

£44,499

2L
1.6K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Bridgend)

01656330795 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.0 TSI (110ps) Life

Low Mileage

£16,491

1L
19.5K
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Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

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02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,249

Finance available £399 pm

1.5L
25.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Chingford

02039104754 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 GTE NAV DSG 5d 150 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£12,990

1.4L
58.0K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

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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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