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.

5,311 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,990

Finance available £89 pm

1.4L
58.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AG Motors

01162165826 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

Reduced

£21,950

Finance available £430 pm

2L
39.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Countryside Commercials ltd

01405800967 *

4.4/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£16,300

Finance available £288 pm

1.5L
23.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£13,495

Finance available £279 pm

2L
96.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

SR Motors

01793268063 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£11,990

Finance available £246 pm

2L
83.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

XENON AUTOMOTIVE LTD

01707932603 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£16,498

2L
54.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Stoke on Trent)

01782432704 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Estate 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£13,495

Finance available £279 pm

2L
68.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

GDH Car Sales

01403330806 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,798

1.5L
41.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Edinburgh Seafield Motorstore / Vanstore

01316034404 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£15,944

1.5L
47.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Reading

01189077016 *

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

Low Mileage

£19,995

Finance available £390 pm

2L
24.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

PX Cars Ltd

01924667043 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (61) - GOLF GTI TSI Edition 30 5 Door Hatchback

Low Mileage

£8,500

2L
81.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Jaky Motors

01274028369 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

£6,381

Finance available £120 pm

1.6L
91.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Vans Northwest Ltd

01942597950 *

4.6/5 Stars

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

£6,949

Finance available £133 pm

1.6L
87.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Big Bob Car Sales

01482739309 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,999

Finance available £112 pm

2L
101.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

The Big Motor Company Ltd

01482947783 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - MK8 Facelift 1.5 eTSI (150ps) R-Line DSG Automatic 5-Door

Low Mileage

£33,399

1.5L
2.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Bridgend)

01656330795 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,490

1.5L
9.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

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

£17,995

Finance available £349 pm

2L
69.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Oasis Cars Ltd

01474556253 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (63) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,989

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
56.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
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Park Lane Motors LTD

01535280992 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£6,450

Finance available £122 pm

1.6L
99.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

McGrath Motors

02886273065 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,250

Finance available £140 pm

1.4L
86.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marina Motors

02893447315 *

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 (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 (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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