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.

5,210 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.4 Tsi Ehybrid Style 5Dr Dsg

£25,765

1.4L
5.0
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Volkswagen Newcastle Scotswood Road

01916077232 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,999

Finance available £357 pm

2L
70.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Car Zone

01606539547 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.0 eTSI MHEV Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

Low Mileage

£20,059

1L
14.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Anchor Vans

01182079095 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£16,495

Finance available £263 pm

2L
59.8K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

PEH Motors Ltd

01584700463 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.0 TSI 115 Match 5dr DSG AUTO PETROL, 71000 MILES

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1L
71.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Brownlow Cars

01325527847 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TDI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£25,990

Finance available £491 pm

2L
50.0
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.4 Twist Euro 5 5dr

Reduced

£3,695

1.4L
78.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Imaan Motors Ltd

01895540690 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£20,415

1.5L
17.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Lincoln

01522467379 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 Tsi Life 5Dr

Low Mileage

£17,338

1.5L
7.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Volkswagen Newcastle Scotswood Road

01916077232 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,200

Finance available £223 pm

1.5L
56.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Norwich

01603567768 *

Volkswagen Golf1.4 TSI GT DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£10,950

31.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Eden Car Sales Ltd

02893447216 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr DSG

£9,995

1.5L
83.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

V12 Sports and Classics Hinckley

01455244504 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 1.6 Golf SE BlueMotion Technology TDI 2dr

£3,750

1.6L
105.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

CarsUnder3000

01268203496 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG

£18,950

Finance available £369 pm

2L
65.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Campbell Trade Sales

02890023194 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£13,058

Finance available £275 pm

1.5L
64.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Weston

01934313340 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - S TSI 5-Door

Low Mileage

£3,000

1.4L
96.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AB Autos

01174288741 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - R-Line 1.5 TSI ( 130 bhp ) 5-Door

Reduced

£18,495

Finance available £359 pm

1.5L
33.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Elgin Autos

01343610498 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,695

Finance available £150 pm

2L
74.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

The Motor Deals Limited

01782529078 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125

Low Mileage

£11,338

1.4L
27.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£14,995

Finance available £244 pm

2L
63.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Murrays of Randalstown

02894330178 *

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 2016)

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 (2016 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 / 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

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 3dr DSG

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