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.

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Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£28,995

Finance available £575 pm

2L
16.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

The House of Cars

01158227133 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.9 BlueMotion TDI Estate 5-Door

£1,495

1.9L
171.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

AR Cars

01254947703 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 - 1.6 Match FSI 5dr

Reduced

£2,795

1.6L
94.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Quigley Motors

02830447305 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (13) - 1.4 TSI - Bluemotion - automatic - Ulez/caz pass - Free 24months warranty i

Low Mileage

£8,299

Finance available £163 pm

1.4L
25.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carolina Motors UK

01733666958 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.0 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,999

Finance available £246 pm

1L
52.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01918144196 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - MK8 Hatchback 5Dr 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line EVo DSG Automatic

£23,499

Finance available £462 pm

1.5L
23.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Bridgend)

01656330795 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - MK8 Hatch 5-Dr 1.5 eTSI (150ps) Style EVO DSG

Low Mileage

£21,242

1.5L
11.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

2L
112.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

One Stop Motors Dewsbury

01924665170 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 2.0TDI (150PS) R-Line DSG Ã¢ Winter PackÃ¢

Low Mileage

£26,899

Finance available £532 pm

2L
6.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 2dr

Low Mileage

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
34.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

R P automotive Ltd

01282501734 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 99kW e-Golf 35kWh 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£11,799

Finance available £241 pm

27.3K
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Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

MW MOTOR GROUP LTD

01164784157 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£15,500

Finance available £324 pm

1.5L
53.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Chris W Roads Ltd

01773301938 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

£11,999

Finance available £246 pm

1.6L
61.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Murray Motors

02879440625 *

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

£20,587

1.5L
37.9K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

Reduced

£12,795

Finance available £264 pm

1.6L
66.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

HILLVIEW MOTORS Ltd

02890023629 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.5 eTSI (130ps) Life EVO DSG Estate 5-Door

Reduced

£20,293

1.5L
18.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Hedge End

01489661105 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - GTI TSI DSG 3-Door

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

2L
88.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

carmotion

01452221219 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI RLOVELY IN WHITEUPGRADED ALLOYSLOWERED SUSPENSIONAFTERMARKET EXHAUS 3-Door

£20,270

Finance available £396 pm

2L
58.4K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Priddys Motor Company Ltd

01823218126 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£21,990

2L
68.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Nuneaton

02476930658 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0L STYLE TDI DSG 5d 148 BHP 5-Door

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

2L
109.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorhouse (Beds) Ltd

01234676818 *

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 3dr DSG

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