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.

5,153 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£6,150

Finance available £115 pm

1.6L
120.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

RM Traders

01780430645 *

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

£6,699

Finance available £127 pm

2L
114.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Bob Car Sales

01482739309 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.4 TSI S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.4L
100.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CB Autos UK Ltd

01793268067 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - Golf 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£23,251

Finance available £457 pm

2L
47.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Harpers Cumbria

01228273201 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - VW GOLF 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG £0 ROAD TAX ULEZ COMPLIANT

Reduced

£8,990

Finance available £179 pm

1.4L
94.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Spartan Car and Commercials LTD

01604343525 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,149

Finance available £350 pm

2L
43.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01513174824 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,000

Finance available £319 pm

2L
61.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Peterborough

01733971423 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5-Door

£8,495

2L
118.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Lottbridge Motoring Centre Ltd

01323407763 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - VOLKSWAGEN Golf 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£29,950

2L
14.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Chiswick Honda

02038934344 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,199

Finance available £346 pm

1.5L
22.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Thurlow Nunn Great Yarmouth

01493809193 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

£21,298

2L
16.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Burton)

01283246286 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,900

Finance available £350 pm

1.5L
15.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Wimbledon

02038235453 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£15,000

1.5L
31.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Harrogate

01423396103 *

4.6/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£18,300

Finance available £323 pm

1.5L
20.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (150ps) R-Line EVO Manual

Low Mileage

£23,950

1.5L
6.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

01452227271 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 (08) - 1.6 FSI Match 5dr

Reduced

£1,990

1.6L
104.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Harry Motors Warwick

01926351255 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105

£5,595

Finance available £103 pm

1.6L
103.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

GMC 2000

01134680586 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 TDI 140 Sportline 5dr

£3,750

Finance available £61 pm

2L
122.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Mike Bass

01884211283 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (30

Low Mileage

£15,995

Finance available £328 pm

2L
68.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Essex Car Group

01277286584 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (11) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr

Reduced

£16,000

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
9.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Boyslade Garage Ltd

01455241641 *

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 (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 3dr DSG

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