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.

5,121 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,399

Finance available £381 pm

1.5L
18.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Manchester

01614139868 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£22,328

1.5L
3.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (74) - 2.0 TSI 333 R Black Edition 4Motion 5dr DSG + 19' WARMENAU ALLOYS + DCC

Low Mileage

£45,991

2L
799.0
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,500

Finance available £239 pm

1.4L
30.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Norwich

01603567768 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 3dr

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.4L
75.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

2G2A

02890022123 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,199

Finance available £346 pm

1.5L
22.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Thurlow Nunn Great Yarmouth

01493809193 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI GTD 3door

Low Mileage

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

2L
32.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Rydon Car Sales Exeter

01392342738 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£37,490

1.4L
250.0
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 2.0 TDI Style Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£13,470

2L
82.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Stockport

01616945314 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,490

1.6L
29.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

1.5L
40.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MB Motors

02825440802 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,798

1.5L
15.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Edinburgh Seafield Motorstore / Vanstore

01316034404 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.2 TSI S 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,950

Finance available £111 pm

1.2L
78.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Balmoral Motor Company Limited

01313702477 *

3.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£14,829

1.4L
26.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Nottingham North

01313702485 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - TSI R 5-Door

£16,740

Finance available £352 pm

2L
95.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

RB AUTOS SW LIMITED TA Bristol Car Centre

01172331345 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£12,495

Finance available £257 pm

1.6L
48.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Bridge Sollars Garage

01981200504 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI 130ps Style Ed EVO MANUAL

£20,499

1.5L
18.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Bridgend)

01656330795 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£27,589

1.5L
4.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Milton Keynes

01908926622 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion Tech Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,250

Finance available £73 pm

1.6L
52.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

LD Automotive LTD

01506531840 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£6,450

Finance available £122 pm

2L
100.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

McNulty Motors Ltd

02887441320 *

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 (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 5dr DSG

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