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.

5,135 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

£22,298

1.5L
12.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Linwood)

01414068772 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 Tdi Bluemotion Tech S Hatchback 5-Door

Reduced

£4,975

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
119.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

GMC MOTORS B'HAM LIMITED

01217285878 *

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

£7,000

Finance available £134 pm

1.6L
74.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

VHM Auto LTD

01216618540 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,745

Finance available £385 pm

1L
2.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ballyrobert at Mallusk

02890021668 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£23,990

Finance available £472 pm

2L
62.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Fermanagh Auto Sales

02868336501 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr - Apple CarPlay - digital dash - see video

£15,000

Finance available £313 pm

1.5L
58.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Roston Park Motors

02476017022 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 GT Edition 5dr

Reduced

£9,950

Finance available £200 pm

1.6L
101.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Auto Pro X

02895908086 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,600

Finance available £242 pm

1.5L
56.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Norwich

01603567768 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

£7,790

Finance available £152 pm

1.4L
84.6K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

HD AUTOS SHEFFIELD

01144786507 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£11,990

2L
98.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

The Motoring Company

01280733610 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 2dr

Low Mileage

£5,495

Finance available £100 pm

1.6L
70.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

ALPINE MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED

01382238351 *

Volkswagen Golf1.2 TSI Comfort Line Auto 5DR

Low Mileage

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

26.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

THE CARMARKET

02890023139 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI 110 BlueMotion 5dr + 20 TAX / DAB / BLUETOOTH / AIR CON / 83 MPG +

Low Mileage

£7,975

Finance available £156 pm

1.6L
65.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Nick King Car Sales (Gloucester)

01452227299 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (74) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£26,995

Finance available £534 pm

1.5L
1.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Rodden Road Cars

01373481367 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 333 R 20 Years 4Motion 5dr DSG

Reduced

£36,495

Finance available £729 pm

2L
11.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Prentice Select

02838298952 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 TSI 150 Black Edition 5dr

£30,990

1.5L
10.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Worcester

01902240177 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

1.6L
101.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

www.familycarsni.com

02890026946 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech S Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (122 ps)

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

1.4L
56.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Legion Car Sales

01322949538 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,049

Finance available £308 pm

1.5L
39.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Widnes

01518322225 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 1.9 S TDI 3dr [AC]

£590

1.9L
194.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

DNJ Cars

01462411223 *

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.

Used Volkswagen Golf snapshot review

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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 (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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