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.

5,320 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf1996 (N) - 2.0 GTI Colour Concept 5dr

Reduced

£11,000

Finance available £223 pm

2L
83.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Pinnacle Cars Ltd

01143086613 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI 105 S 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,250

Finance available £140 pm

1.6L
90.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Brian McManus Car Sales Ltd

02890021675 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI 310 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£19,799

2L
51.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£20,998

1.5L
18.1K
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Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Bristol

01416118398 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD 3-Door

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
78.4K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Castle Cars

01736806432 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG Auto

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£23,203

1.4L
7.1K
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Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Newbury

01635959570 *

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

Low Mileage

£18,899

Finance available £400 pm

1.5L
10.3K
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Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) 1 OWNER FROM

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£16,145

1.5L
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Motor Trust UK Lancaster

01524938891 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£14,795

Finance available £308 pm

1.5L
40.0K
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Hatchback

Greenhill Autos

01386573316 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps

Low Mileage

£8,000

Finance available £156 pm

2L
74.3K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Cater Road Cars Ltd

01172446199 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT Edition 5dr DSG

£18,899

Finance available £400 pm

1.5L
3.2K
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Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 2.0 GTI DSG 5-Door

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£5,999

Finance available £112 pm

2L
136.0K
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Hatchback

Bexhill Motors Terminus Road

01424234748 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - GTI CLUBSPORT EDITION 40 5-Door

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£18,950

Finance available £369 pm

2L
69.3K
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Petrol
Manual
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MCM Cars NI

02890023741 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.4 TSI S DSG 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,290

Finance available £74 pm

1.4L
98.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

VALENTINO MOTORS LTD

02039375355 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£4,850

1.6L
111.2K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

East Kent Car Sales

01795502170 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (72) - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

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£29,995

Finance available £596 pm

2L
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

L A MOTORS

07393778079 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 1.6 TDI Match DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,190

Finance available £161 pm

1.6L
33.8K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Alex Marc Motors

01389311467 *

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

£17,399

Finance available £337 pm

2L
92.6K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

IBZ Motors

02039897125 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,490

1.5L
17.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£21,200

1.5L
23.5K
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Hatchback

Cars2 Barnsley SEAT

01226449229 *

4.7/5 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 (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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