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.

5,238 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 1.6 TDI S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,999

1.6L
100.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Thornbury Car Centre

01454800976 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (15) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,440

Finance available £166 pm

1.4L
43.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

Smart Wheel Motors

02039467705 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£5,750

Finance available £106 pm

2L
121.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Juno Cars

01282501863 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£13,139

Finance available £263 pm

1.5L
72.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01412601480 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,199

Finance available £317 pm

2L
33.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI LIFE FIVE DOOR 130 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£14,980

Finance available £312 pm

1.5L
26.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

GTS Automotive Ltd

01254947688 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - MATCH TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG 5-Door

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

1.6L
99.3K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Bluemotors Aberdare Limited

01685701469 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Reduced

£23,995

Finance available £472 pm

1.5L
16.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Van Franchise Ltd

01472907972 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£9,988

Finance available £201 pm

2L
86.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

BJH Motors & Sons (Rainbow Hill)

01905676573 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£13,495

Finance available £290 pm

1.5L
44.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Range Liverpool

01515417938 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI GTD 3dr DSG [Nav]

£12,499

2L
76.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Tustain Motors Ashington

01670332551 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£3,950

Finance available £66 pm

1.6L
166.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

NW Auto Sales LTD

01733794319 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

2L
120.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Pavilion Motor Company

01614139866 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£28,995

Finance available £575 pm

2L
24.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Basingstoke Volkswagen

01256634772 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Estate 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£21,475

Finance available £421 pm

1.5L
25.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Cottrell Motor Co LTD

01925903926 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£33,750

Finance available £673 pm

2L
15.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

H & S Autos Ltd

01932565026 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 2.0 TSI R 4MOTION 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,850

Finance available £198 pm

2L
118.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

McCague Motors

02890023778 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (115 ps)

Reduced

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

41.7K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Tenby Car Supermarket

01582280726 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£11,990

1.4L
30.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Woods New Forest Ltd

01590637902 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£13,950

1.5L
45.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dace German Car Centre

01616969152 *

4.8/5 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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