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.

5,108 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr

£27,099

Finance available £571 pm

2L
19.4K
Miles
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Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Burnley

01282504324 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,595

Finance available £237 pm

2L
90.5K
Miles
Diesel
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Hatchback

RSK CARS LIMITED

01902240171 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - GT TSI EVO DSG 1.5 Petrol Automatic 5 Door Hatchback 2019 [147 BHP]

Low Mileage

£15,795

Finance available £331 pm

1.5L
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Hatchback

M J Wearing

01993463430 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

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£5,995

1.5L
40.9K
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Hatchback

Thames Street Auto Salvage

01158224073 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 1.6 FSI S 5dr

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£1,495

1.6L
148.6K
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Hatchback

EZAT CAR SALES

01908953485 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG

£19,899

1.4L
20.4K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Chingford

02039104754 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£10,995

2L
72.2K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Woodcroft Motors

01642030069 *

0/5 Stars

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

Reduced

£20,750

Finance available £406 pm

2L
47.2K
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Automatic
Estate

Silverstone Cars Limited

01708206414 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 2.0 TDI SE Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,690

2L
108.9K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

XA Cars Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.0 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

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1L
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Hatchback

Ideal Car Centre Ltd

01902544596 *

Volkswagen Golf1991 (J) - 2.0 GTi 3dr

Low Mileage

£12,995

1.8L
117.1K
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Hatchback

Ideal Car Sales Norfolk

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Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£14,795

1.5L
54.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (63) - 2.0 TSI R Cabriolet DSG Euro 5 2dr

Low Mileage

£9,295

2L
80.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

Cotswolds Cars and Commercials Ltd

07860560059 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,450

Finance available £345 pm

2L
79.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Chase Lane Motors

01702904126 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI R 4Motion 300ps DSG 5Dr

£21,490

2L
53.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£21,998

1.5L
15.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - GT TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5-Door

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£5,495

2L
120.1K
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Diesel
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Estate

Burrfields Car Sales

02382146937 *

4.5/5 Stars

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

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£15,990

Finance available £267 pm

1.5L
38.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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02891244456 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£14,749

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1.5L
39.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Glasgow

01412601249 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£20,100

Finance available £392 pm

2L
39.5K
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Automatic
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Hammond Cars Ipswich

01473927579 *

4.5/5 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 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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