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 Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£7,700

Finance available £150 pm

1.4L
95.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Auto City Trader Ltd

01182274525 *

3.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,950

Finance available £446 pm

2L
40.5K
Miles
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Automatic
Hatchback

Car Planet Watford

01923927636 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£21,498

1.5L
24.0K
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Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Swansea

01414839956 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

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£8,999

Finance available £179 pm

2L
96.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

AMC Custom Motors

01274087668 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - MK8 Hatch 5Dr 1.4 TSI 204ps eHybrid Style DSG Automatic

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£21,999

Finance available £431 pm

1.4L
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Sinclair Volkswagen (Bridgend)

01656330795 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£30,183

Finance available £626 pm

2L
11.3K
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Hatchback

Evogo Limited

01145537251 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps)

£3,490

Finance available £56 pm

1.6L
136.2K
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Hatchback

Your Motoring Limited

01487800643 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

£18,950

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1.5L
32.1K
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Hatchback

DS Cars

02894338808 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

£17,498

1.5L
35.6K
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Wigan)

01942597310 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI Style Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

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£20,843

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1.5L
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Hatchback

Stellantis &You Sale

01614139897 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (

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£18,999

1.4L
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HPL Motors Oldham

01612416881 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (55) - 1.0 TSI Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£12,000

1L
69.4K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Fusion Motors Limited

01375808581 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.0 eTSI Life 5dr DSG

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£23,500

1L
8.7K
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Automatic
Estate

Listers Volkswagen Loughborough

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s)

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£14,500

Finance available £302 pm

2L
57.1K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 R 5d 298 BHP 5-Door

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2L
57.5K
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Hatchback

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

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

2L
73.9K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Murray Motors (FRS) Ltd

01346410646 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

2L
82.2K
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Hatchback

J and I Car Sales

01752987212 *

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

£8,990

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
70.2K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Halesowen Trade Centre Ltd

01217288685 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.0 TSI Match BlueMotion Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,950

Finance available £245 pm

1L
36.0K
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Hatchback

NW Kehoe & Sons

02830447169 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

£29,998

2L
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Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Colchester

01414839928 *

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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 (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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