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 Golf2021 (70) - 2.0 TDI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,850

Finance available £309 pm

2L
42.5K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Stevenage

01438584759 *

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

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
90.0K
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Hatchback

Select Cars Southwest

01404511315 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (61) - 1.4 TSI SE DSG Euro 5 5dr

£8,449

Finance available £166 pm

1.4L
8.0K
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Hatchback

M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) / FINANCE

£12,195

Finance available £250 pm

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Parkland Motors

01509276004 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,450

Finance available £144 pm

1.6L
80.9K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Crawford Car Sales (NI) Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,968

2L
52.8K
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Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Newbury

01635959570 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

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£19,950

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2L
47.6K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

McGrath Motors

02886273065 *

Volkswagen Golf(55) - 1.9 TDI S 5dr

Low Mileage

£989

109.0K
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Diesel
Manual
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Highway Sales Ltd

01217288725 *

Volkswagen Golf1984 (A) - 1.8 GTi 2dr

Low Mileage

£3,998

Finance available £67 pm

1.8L
112.1K
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Petrol
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Convertible

PSG Car And Van Hire Limited

01217288820 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,439

Finance available £356 pm

1.5L
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Hatchback

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01536219125 *

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Volkswagen Golf2016 (14) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG

£9,295

Finance available £185 pm

2L
112.0K
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Hatchback

Prosper Autos Ltd

01282501861 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 Golf Style TDI 5dr

£12,700

Finance available £261 pm

2L
93.5K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Big Car World

01164029117 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - MK8 Hatchback 5Dr 1.5 eTSI 130 R-Line EVO DSG

£21,991

1.5L
28.5K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Southampton

02380017658 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 2.0 TDI 140 Sportline 5dr DSG

£2,995

2L
135.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

Nuhr Motor Company

01216618721 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£21,498

1.5L
15.3K
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Stirling)

01786232264 *

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150

£7,295

Finance available £141 pm

2L
85.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Love Cars Ltd

01254927999 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£23,530

1.5L
9.2K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£14,996

Finance available £313 pm

1.5L
61.5K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Essex Car Store

01376319739 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Diesel Hatchback

Low Mileage

£28,750

2L
3.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Leeds

01134676309 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5-Door

£13,897

Finance available £277 pm

1.5L
68.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Birmingham

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4.6/5 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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