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 Golf2017 (17) - GOLF GTD 3-Door

Reduced

£13,495

Finance available £279 pm

2L
92.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Carzooo Limited

01616720266 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (64) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 3dr

£6,995

1.4L
87.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

GGS Motors Ltd

02382148539 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£29,990

2L
33.5K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Howard Dean Car Sales Ltd

02038731433 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£17,950

Finance available £348 pm

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Hatchback

D N Trade Motors Ltd

01145537267 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£15,739

Finance available £319 pm

1.5L
69.0K
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cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

£21,500

Finance available £366 pm

2L
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Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

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£18,995

Finance available £370 pm

2L
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Hatchback

S&O AUTOMOTIVE LTD

01143089077 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 (08) - 1.6 FSI S Estate 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 4 (102 bhp)

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£3,995

1.6L
101.0K
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Estate

J and I Car Sales

01752987212 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.4 TSI S 5dr

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£2,195

1.4L
128.0K
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Hatchback

AR Cars

01254947703 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) - LED - HE

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£19,572

Finance available £390 pm

1.5L
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Carsa Shrewsbury

01743292169 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (204 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,699

Finance available £239 pm

1.4L
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Hatchback

RH Motor Sales Ltd

01594801996 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£4,495

2L
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Hatchback

Cr motors

01274028307 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDI Match DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,495

1.6L
97.0K
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Hatchback

PRISTINE AUTO SALES

01453701585 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

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£17,799

Finance available £368 pm

2L
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Hatchback

Sandles Car Supermarket

01553601835 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,395

Finance available £210 pm

2L
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Hatchback

Harvey One Motors

01793268069 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.0 TSI 115 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,850

Finance available £153 pm

1L
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Manual
Hatchback

ALIZ WORLD LIMITED

01582342206 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£12,000

Finance available £241 pm

2L
81.0K
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Hatchback

Ponko

01223857211 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

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£16,990

Finance available £289 pm

1.5L
35.0K
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Amanah Prestige Limited

02038235352 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245

£18,000

Finance available £310 pm

1.4L
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Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,498

1.5L
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Arnold Clark Armadale Citroen / Vanstore

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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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