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.

5,203 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,500

1.4L
60.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hamlet Cars

01707932620 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG Auto

£18,705

1.4L
30.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Oxford Kidlington

01865956226 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI Match Hatchback 5dr

Reduced

£9,199

Finance available £183 pm

1.6L
96.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

AW Car House Ltd

01827213842 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
140.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Botley Car Centre Limited

01489661104 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£17,998

Finance available £349 pm

1.5L
13.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Bridgend Ford

01656336637 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 1.4 TSI Match DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,795

Finance available £129 pm

1.4L
68.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

NAZEING AUTOS LTD

01992660277 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£22,498

2L
62.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mercedes-Benz of Perth

01738230553 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDI S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,695

Finance available £60 pm

1.6L
86.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Ghost Motors Ltd

01274505156 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (9G) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

2L
80.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

RB Automotive Ltd

01924668077 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Match 5dr DSG

£27,990

1.5L
1.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Evesham

01386571259 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - GTI Performance 2.0 TSI 245PS 7-speed DSG 5 Door Automatic

Low Mileage

£21,185

2L
51.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Weston-super-Mare

01934319038 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - MK8 Hatch 5-Dr 1.5 eTSI (150PS) Life EVO DSG

£18,291

1.5L
31.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Performance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£9,195

Finance available £183 pm

2L
85.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Renown Motors

01613887637 *

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

Low Mileage

£12,896

Finance available £250 pm

1.5L
42.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Cannock

01543227664 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£18,400

Finance available £325 pm

1.5L
20.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (14) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

Reduced

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

33.4K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Gateway Motor Group

01513057630 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.4 TSI GT (Leather) Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,250

Finance available £117 pm

1.4L
55.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ghost Motors Ltd

01274505156 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£19,490

Finance available £380 pm

2L
62.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars Direct Peterborough Limited

01733971397 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI 310 R 3dr 4MOTION DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£20,856

2L
51.2K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Honda Clitheroe

01200409818 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Life Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps) Manual

£12,390

Finance available £254 pm

2L
93.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Days Cardiff

02920021261 *

3.9/5 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 (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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