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.

5,078 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.8L PETROL

Low Mileage

£4,200

Finance available £72 pm

1.4L
37.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
People Carrier

Jan London Trade Manchester

01216474048 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£21,495

Finance available £421 pm

1.5L
27.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Comiskey Motors

02830447308 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI SE 5dr

Reduced

£4,295

Finance available £74 pm

2L
152.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Cars of Kinson

01202001903 *

2.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£25,690

Finance available £507 pm

2L
38.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

BSP Motor Vehicles Ltd

01332419208 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 - SE

£8,990

Finance available £179 pm

1.2L
32.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

V P I Used Car Sales Limited

02039377580 *

3.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match 5dr DSG

Reduced

£16,698

1.5L
33.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Wishaw)

01698537718 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (65) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr Bluemotion

£6,250

Finance available £117 pm

2L
148.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Birmingham Motors Ltd

01217525226 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 TSI Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£14,500

Finance available £251 pm

1.5L
50.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,816

Finance available £286 pm

2L
82.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

GAH AUTOS LTD

01777801476 *

Volkswagen Golf1989 (F) - 1.8 GTI 2dr

Low Mileage

£16,750

Finance available £352 pm

1.8L
123.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

THE MOTOR LOUNGE

01992666449 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - Gtd Tdi Dsg 5-Door

£18,420

Finance available £389 pm

2L
76.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Hippo Approved

01254445378 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 MATCH EDITION TSI DSG BMT 5d 124 BHP 5-Door

£11,990

1.4L
73.1K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Formula 1 Car Supermarket

01324464853 *

2.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£26,990

1.5L
4.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Worcester

01902240177 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.4 TSI GTE Advance 5dr DSG

£15,750

1.4L
50.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorparks Canterbury

01227203463 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (122

Low Mileage

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.4L
58.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Select Cars Southwest

01404511315 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Reduced

£20,990

Finance available £411 pm

1.5L
31.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Amanah Prestige Limited

02038235352 *

3.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,999

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
32.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) - 17IN ALL

£17,354

Finance available £343 pm

1.5L
46.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Mountsorrel

01162165589 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.4 TSI S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,499

Finance available £56 pm

1.4L
84.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Safe Cars

01234861497 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£27,500

Finance available £474 pm

2L
12.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

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 5dr DSG

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