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.

5,295 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2008 (57) - 1.4 S 80 5dr [AC]

£995

1.4L
149.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cars and Vans

02476930879 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.2 TSi DSG Automatic 42,800 Miless. Match Bluemotion. 5dr hatchback. PX OK

Low Mileage

£6,990

Finance available £134 pm

1.2L
42.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

mhas

02038056893 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£15,950

Finance available £334 pm

2L
48.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Grange Road Motors

02886273066 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.0 TSI 115 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,850

Finance available £153 pm

1L
31.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

ALIZ WORLD LIMITED

01582342206 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - Style 1.5 TSI 150ps 6-Speed Manual 5 Door

£25,995

1.5L
4.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Specialist Cars Volkswagen Kirkcaldy

01592805181 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£27,050

Finance available £535 pm

1.5L
99.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Phillips (Lisburn) Ltd

02892791480 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT AUTO 5 DR

Reduced

£16,495

1.5L
24.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Victoria Motors Ltd

01747440831 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2006 (56) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£699

2L
150.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

AutoTrade Southwest

01453701529 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr DSG

Reduced

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.6L
87.7K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

SM Motors NI

02827440451 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£18,950

Finance available £369 pm

1.5L
33.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr Manual

£16,650

1.5L
32.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bath

01225617306 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
102.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

R&S Car Sales

07838231579 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG auto 200 bhp

Low Mileage

£26,995

Finance available £534 pm

2L
20.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Carjoy UK Limited

01224019779 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 2.0 TDI Life DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£19,150

Finance available £405 pm

2L
24.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Planet Watford

01923927636 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - TDI 184 DSG GTD 5-Door

£17,499

Finance available £376 pm

2L
57.5K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Hendy Car Store Exeter

01392342593 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr DSG Automatic ULEZ Hpi Clear

Reduced

£5,999

Finance available £112 pm

1.4L
120.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Simply Motors

02081500946 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£14,498

1.5L
65.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Winsford)

01606531928 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - R TSI DSG - PANORAMIC SUNROOF - FULL VW SERVICE HISTORY 5-Door

Low Mileage

£20,995

Finance available £411 pm

2L
53.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

George Kingsley Vehicle Sales

01206580921 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s

£8,999

Finance available £179 pm

1.4L
89.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Durham Cars 4 U

01915945586 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (130ps) R-Line EVO Manual

£20,990

1.5L
27.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Cardiff)

02922672897 *

0/5 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 Present)

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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