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.

5,149 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

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

Low Mileage

£3,000

1.6L
87.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

HWF MOTORS LTD

01514597140 *

Volkswagen Golf2002 (52) - 1.9 GT TDI 130 5dr

£550

1.9L
194.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Budget Cars

01614139818 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) F/S/H

£9,295

1.5L
97.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

North West Trade Centre

01772285821 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,990

1.4L
69.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Tiley of Bristol

01174404957 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 35.8kWh e-Golf 5-Door

Reduced

£10,650

Finance available £216 pm

45.2K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Key Auto Trade

01233223707 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£16,590

1.5L
34.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 Style ETSI MHEV Dsg 5DR Hatch Petrol hybrid

Low Mileage

£18,789

Finance available £365 pm

1.5L
24.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Direct Cars Limited

01145510336 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,650

2L
59.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Grange Barnet - Jaguar Approved

02038924677 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 2dr

£4,595

2L
104.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

G and m Car Sales LTD

01302249441 *

0/5 Stars

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

£12,299

Finance available £205 pm

1.5L
72.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Roxburghe Group

01217288719 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£14,490

Finance available £246 pm

1.5L
45.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Farnham Volkswagen

01252916356 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,694

Finance available £150 pm

1.4L
100.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01172331344 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Reduced

£29,950

Finance available £595 pm

2L
19.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Style Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,989

Finance available £258 pm

1.5L
16.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Select Motors GB

02037808222 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG [Nav]

£9,695

Finance available £194 pm

2L
106.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

RTM MOTORS CARDIFF

02920025017 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr

Reduced

£6,000

2L
85.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Northants Van Centre

01933839540 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 TDI SE 3dr - £20 TAX

Reduced

£5,395

2L
89.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Ashby Square Autos

01509272327 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£16,495

2L
56.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£12,475

Finance available £256 pm

2L
95.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

The Van Centre Bury

01618048245 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,999

Finance available £223 pm

1.4L
45.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

BSB CARS LTD

01158227473 *

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 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
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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