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.

5,456 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

Low Mileage

£26,850

Finance available £531 pm

2L
8.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Saxton 4x4

01245202306 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,250

Finance available £140 pm

1.6L
78.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

ONYX AUTO

01614135491 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (03) - 3.2 R32 Hatchback 5dr Petrol Ulez

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£23,995

Finance available £472 pm

3.2L
35.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

W R Car Sales Limited

01274087616 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£23,588

1.5L
17.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Oxford Kidlington

01865956226 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

Low Mileage

£9,299

46.4K
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Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

HPL Motors Oldham

01612416881 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - R MK8 2.0 TSI 4Motion 320PS DSG 5 Dr

Low Mileage

£34,995

2L
12.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Specialist Cars Dunfermline

01383347079 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Auto 5dr

£9,679

Finance available £194 pm

42.0K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Luxxy Motors

02037803396 *

Volkswagen Golf2.0 GTI DSG (DCC) 5-Door

Low Mileage

£13,950

Finance available £289 pm

42.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Eden Car Sales Ltd

02893447216 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Hatchback 5dr

Reduced

£14,799

1.5L
26.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bridgend Motor Group - Ayr Autoplex

01292431154 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD 5-Door

£8,589

2L
98.1K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Gold Cars Ltd

01386831300 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - Match 1.5 eTSI 150ps 7-Speed DSG 5 Door Automatic

£27,962

1.5L
3.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bristol

01172331336 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI 150 GT Edition 5dr

£6,475

Finance available £122 pm

1.4L
127.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sandwell Car Sales

01215160845 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S 5-Door

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.6L
129.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

NATIONAL VEHICLE SUPPLIERS LTD

01182270649 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (1

Low Mileage

£13,894

Finance available £288 pm

1.5L
42.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

drivedirect Bristol East

01174400919 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Reduced

£17,950

Finance available £348 pm

2L
44.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Mark 1 Car Sales

01412601431 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,899

Finance available £324 pm

2L
34.5K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,500

Finance available £168 pm

1.5L
34.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Adam Auto Sales Limited

01143089075 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (70) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,993

Finance available £378 pm

1.5L
18.4K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Co

01616945324 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,750

Finance available £285 pm

1.5L
76.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FM MOTORS GB LTD

02039484610 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 MATCH TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 3d 103 BHP 3-Door

Reduced

£6,795

Finance available £129 pm

1.6L
73.6K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

H and M Cars Ltd

07921081064 *

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 5dr DSG

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