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 Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£4,995

1.6L
84.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MB Motor Group

01133236318 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (70) - 2.0 Golf GTi TSi Semi-Auto 5dr

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£26,750

2L
29.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Phantom Motor Company

01942365271 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr DSG

£12,795

Finance available £264 pm

1.6L
71.8K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Moy Auto Services

02887448024 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

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£12,599

1.5L
52.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Corner Park Garage (Swansea)

01792344016 *

3.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr DSG

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£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1.4L
44.0K
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Hatchback

BELLE VUE MOTORS

01697920510 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - GOLF GTD 3-Door

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£13,495

Finance available £279 pm

2L
92.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Carzooo Limited

01616720266 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£2,995

1.6L
122.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Boyslade Garage Ltd

01455241641 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG

£18,489

Finance available £379 pm

1.4L
25.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

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

£12,399

2L
90.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Affordable Cars Prestige Car Supermarket

01904238447 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£16,549

Finance available £340 pm

2L
37.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Motorpoint Burnley

01282504324 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Reduced

£14,999

1.6L
26.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Corner Park Garage (Swansea)

01792344016 *

3.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£6,699

Finance available £127 pm

1.6L
103.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Friends Autos Ltd

01386573314 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (63) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (122 ps

Low Mileage

£6,295

1.4L
80.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

GMC 2000

01134680586 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG auto 200 bhp

Low Mileage

£26,995

Finance available £534 pm

2L
20.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Carjoy UK Limited

01224019779 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

£6,499

Finance available £134 pm

1.6L
0.0
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

South Yorkshire Motors Ltd

01977802191 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,498

1.4L
48.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (West Calder)

01506533740 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - MK8 Facelift 1.5 eTSI (150ps) Style DSG Automatic 5-Door

£29,000

1.5L
4.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bath

01225617306 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£15,995

Finance available £270 pm

2L
71.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Drew Baxter Car Sales

02890023131 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£22,682

1.5L
16.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

South Hereford Volkswagen Hereford

01432809890 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG [Performance Pack]

Reduced

£14,895

Finance available £310 pm

2L
69.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Lakeside Autos

02890023124 *

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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Efficient engines
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Rivals are more involving to drive
Digitalised interior is a bit fiddly
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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 Present)

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

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

Volkswagen Golf2014 (63) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (122 ps

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG auto 200 bhp

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 5dr

Volkswagen Golf2025 - MK8 Facelift 1.5 eTSI (150ps) Style DSG Automatic 5-Door

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG [Performance Pack]

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