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.

5,193 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr DSG ULEZ

Low Mileage

£6,290

Finance available £118 pm

1.4L
23.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Left Hand Drive Place

01256679126 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£25,900

Finance available £451 pm

2L
28.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 2.0 TDi 170 GTD 12 Months Mot 5-Door

£1,995

2L
198.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Sour Motors

01613887661 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (70) - 2.0 TDI Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,600

Finance available £282 pm

2L
84.2K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (11

Low Mileage

£11,327

Finance available £235 pm

1L
49.3K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech R-Line 3-Door

Low Mileage

£13,895

Finance available £288 pm

2L
52.4K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Autospec UK

01698538871 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.4 S 5dr

Reduced

£2,995

1.2L
120.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

EASICARS LTD

02039577421 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - VOLKSWAGEN Golf 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6

Low Mileage

£20,999

1.5L
23.6K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Norton Way Honda

01462412594 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.4 0d

Low Mileage

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.4L
42.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

Cars4You Ltd

01312027981 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,490

1.5L
7.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Reduced

£10,990

Finance available £223 pm

2L
85.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

TH Motors London

01494311200 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,495

Finance available £421 pm

2L
40.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Fitzroy Motor Co

01425203840 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£14,000

Finance available £245 pm

1.5L
42.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,290

Finance available £230 pm

2L
83.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Gurus

01144780031 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (64) - 1.6 TDI 105 S 5dr

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
130.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MKS Car Sales Sinclair Street

01382213497 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£14,399

Finance available £290 pm

1.5L
52.3K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2.0 TDI HIGHLINE DSG 5-Door

Reduced

£10,250

Finance available £207 pm

109.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Not Supplied

Frank Wray Cars Ltd

02890023624 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£35,990

Finance available £719 pm

2L
11.9K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Camberley Volkswagen

01276543130 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,500

Finance available £101 pm

1.6L
100.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

OTR Motors

01612416878 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£25,307

2L
27.2K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Reading

01189077016 *

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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