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 Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£16,399

Finance available £334 pm

1.5L
69.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

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

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£18,295

Finance available £355 pm

2L
67.0K
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Automatic
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01279598863 *

3.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,770

1.6L
39.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Stockport

01616945314 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,805

1.5L
40.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Taunton

01823211157 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 99kW e-Golf 35kWh 5dr Auto

£10,999

9.7K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£1,795

1.6L
140.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

JLC Cars

01918237776 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (61) - 2.0 TSI GTI Edition 35 DSG Euro 5 5dr

Reduced

£10,975

Finance available £223 pm

2L
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Automatic
Not Supplied

Brook Williams Prestige

01215165545 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.2 TSI DSG AUTOMATIC PETROL 5 DOOR 43,000 MILES FROM NEW

Low Mileage

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.2L
43.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

IMPORT AUTOS LIMITED

01628565038 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - MK7 Facelift 1.6TDI (115ps) Match Estate 5-Door

£13,500

1.6L
44.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

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Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr DSG

£10,195

1.5L
83.8K
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Automatic
Estate

V12 Sports and Classics Hinckley

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Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£26,017

1.5L
5.0K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,975

Finance available £268 pm

2L
76.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Express Car Sales

01215160930 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TSI R 4Motion 300ps DSG 5Dr + PANO ROOF + LEATHER + PRETORIA

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£27,692

2L
22.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Southampton

02380017658 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) - HEATED S

£18,986

Finance available £378 pm

1.5L
28.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Towcester

01327221488 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£15,250

Finance available £318 pm

1.5L
53.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Chris W Roads Ltd

01773301938 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,500

1.5L
33.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Loughborough

01509274556 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI GT Edition 5dr DSG

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£17,750

Finance available £344 pm

2L
42.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Colin Francis Cars

02879441906 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£14,849

Finance available £300 pm

2L
70.3K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01182078522 *

4.3/5 Stars

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

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.6L
93.2K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Beehive Cars

01204939561 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - MK8 Hatch 5-Dr 1.5 eTSI (150ps) Style EVO DSG Automatic

Low Mileage

£22,500

1.5L
8.6K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

01452227271 *

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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