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.

5,266 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

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

£750

1.6L
196.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Brentwood Vehicle Sales Limited

01708973726 *

Volkswagen Golf(15) - 1.6 Sport 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,999

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
83.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Kelvin Way Motors

01217288894 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 1.4 TSI S 5dr

Reduced

£2,749

1.4L
126.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

KSM BHAM LTD

01217288727 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style Edition 5dr

£19,995

Finance available £390 pm

1.5L
25.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ballyrobert at Mallusk

02890021668 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (63) - SE TSI BLUEMOTION TECH AUTO ESTATE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£10,999

Finance available £223 pm

1.4L
31.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Roundstone Car Sales

01903944818 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.0 eTSI Life 5dr DSG

Reduced

£15,295

Finance available £319 pm

1L
20.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Auto Avenue Birmingham Ltd

01902951111 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - MK8 Facelift R-Line 1.5 eTSI 150PS Hatch 5 Dr Automatic

Reduced

£28,000

1.5L
2.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

01452227271 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 Petrol (TSI), BlueMotion Tech, Match Edition, Hatchback, Manual. 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,499

1.4L
81.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Elm Tree Car Sales Ltd

01913387238 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (122 ps

£5,250

Finance available £95 pm

1.4L
108.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

KC KARS UK

01332418996 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5-Door

£13,497

Finance available £268 pm

1.5L
72.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Sheffield

01145537264 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 2.0 TSI GTI Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,790

Finance available £152 pm

2L
96.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Performa Motors Limited

01733794291 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

£15,649

Finance available £321 pm

1L
23.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Motorpoint Edinburgh

01312028747 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,998

1.5L
19.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Linwood Hyundai / Mazda / GWM / Used Car Centre

01414060040 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech R-Line Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s

Reduced

£12,400

Finance available £255 pm

2L
72.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

RDM Direct

01283241526 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (64) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG

£7,200

Finance available £139 pm

2L
92.2K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

VHM Auto LTD

01216618540 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,950

Finance available £356 pm

2L
63.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Ballinderry Car Sales Limited

02892441046 *

Volkswagen Golf1990 (G) - GTI - RESTORED - EXCEPTIONAL EXAMPLE - EVERYTHING REPLACED OR REFURBED 3-Door

Low Mileage

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

1.8L
176.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

George Kingsley Vehicle Sales

01206580921 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 2dr

Low Mileage

£4,495

Finance available £78 pm

1.6L
82.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Noahs Automotive LTD

02476936621 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD (Nav) DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,989

Finance available £246 pm

2L
62.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Springfield Mill Motors Ltd

01535280869 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI SE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,490

1.6L
48.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Keywise Cars Ltd

01392344397 *

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 (2016 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 / 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

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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