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.

5,056 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£18,498

1.5L
26.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Bristol

01416118398 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
76.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arrow Motor Company

01325521616 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI 310 R 3dr 4MOTION DSG

Reduced

£17,995

Finance available £349 pm

2L
84.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£18,549

Finance available £380 pm

1.5L
38.9K
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Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG

£17,450

Finance available £338 pm

2L
74.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Top Gear Motors

02881440371 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 Golf GTi TSi Semi-Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,995

2L
27.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Central Cars (Leigh) Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr Automatic

Low Mileage

£13,995

1.4L
41.5K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

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4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£4,799

2L
128.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

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01926352149 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 SE TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5d 148 BHP 5-Door

£5,995

2L
111.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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01313226854 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.0 TSI 115 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£13,499

Finance available £279 pm

1L
40.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Trafford

01616969155 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£27,695

10.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414736428 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI Life Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£12,299

2L
90.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

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Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,995

1.4L
70.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

GT 88 LTD

01616749828 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 2dr

£3,950

2L
182.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

NSG Cars

01709212041 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£13,299

Finance available £275 pm

1.6L
37.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Trafford

01616969155 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,995

2L
109.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Audenshaw Motor Company Ltd TA Audenshaw Motors

01614139877 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (122 ps)

Low Mileage

£8,999

1.4L
62.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Corner Park Garage (Swansea)

01792344016 *

3.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech GT Estate 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£9,695

Finance available £194 pm

1.4L
45.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

TAYLORS HILL MOTORS LTD

01767661737 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£14,595

1.5L
43.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,289

Finance available £355 pm

1.5L
29.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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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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