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.

5,379 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2024 - MK8 Facelift Match 1.5 TSI 150PS Hatch 5 Door Manual

£23,990

1.5L
11.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Newport)

01633747928 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.0 eTSI MHEV Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

£14,990

1L
53.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carworld Superstore

01733978043 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (74) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

£28,573

1.5L
6.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Harrogate

01423396103 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - S TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5-Door

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.6L
115.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Stradey Motor Company

01554701937 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

1.6L
87.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

McKinney Motors

02837440713 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 272 GTE eHybrid 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£32,797

1.5L
2.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Milton Keynes

01908926622 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 GTD 184 BHP BlueMotion Tech EUR0 6 ULEZ COMPLIANT 5-Door

£11,999

Finance available £246 pm

2L
99.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Bryncethin Trade Centre

01656332737 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Auto

£29,847

1.5L
4.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.4 TSI GT Cabriolet DSG Euro 5 2dr

Low Mileage

£6,499

Finance available £123 pm

1.4L
74.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

CG MOTORLAND LIMITED

01162165595 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

Reduced

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
113.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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01405801107 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£18,494

Finance available £359 pm

1.4L
50.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

AutoTrade Southwest

01453701529 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£24,099

Finance available £506 pm

1.5L
5.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Castleford

01977800692 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£14,999

Finance available £306 pm

2L
35.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Burnley

01282504324 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (13) - 1.4 TSI - Bluemotion - automatic - Ulez/caz pass - Free 24months warranty i

Low Mileage

£8,299

Finance available £163 pm

1.4L
25.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carolina Motors UK

01733666958 *

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

Reduced

£31,613

2L
15.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Barnstaple

01271443056 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

£34,599

Finance available £736 pm

2L
10.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Oldbury

01217525220 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 2.0 TSI 310 R 3dr 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£23,990

Finance available £472 pm

2L
49.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

AUTOPRESTIGE

01274087615 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI GTD 3dr DSG

Low Mileage

£13,195

Finance available £272 pm

2L
72.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MCautosales

02879440626 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.6L
46.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Wrights Motors

01366310748 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£9,494

Finance available £190 pm

1.5L
95.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

AutoTrade Southwest

01453701529 *

0/5 Stars

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 (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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