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.

5,100 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (110 ps)

£4,195

1.6L
140.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Lanarkshire Car Sales Ltd

01698538782 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.4 TSI GT 5dr DSG

£5,995

1.4L
107.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Top Spec Automotive ltd

07398052967 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDi 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,895

1.6L
56.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

All Type Motors LTD

01143089154 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£20,833

Finance available £407 pm

1.5L
13.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car City UK Catterick

01748900779 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 2.0 TDI GT Euro 5 5dr

£2,495

2L
143.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

PX Cars Ltd

01924667043 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.6L
78.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

SM Motors NI

02827440451 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps

Low Mileage

£12,795

1.6L
48.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

The Professional Car Agent

01752973682 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (60) - 1.2 TSI 85 S 5dr

Reduced

£2,750

1.2L
118.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

GB Motor Company

01162165597 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - R TSI DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£22,950

Finance available £470 pm

2L
52.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Quirks Car Company

01268590066 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£10,695

Finance available £217 pm

2L
95.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Bournville Car Sales

01633741157 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£15,895

1.5L
41.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

South Hereford Volkswagen Hereford

01432809890 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(18) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,300

71.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

MEBTRONIC LTD

01733666891 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 1.6 TDI Match 5-Door

Low Mileage

£5,699

1.6L
79.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Chastons Motor Company Limited

01495360311 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Euro 6 (s/s) 2021 PETROL MANUAL ONE OWNER SAT NAV ULEZ

£9,999

1.5L
116.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mayesbrook Motors

02037808232 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.0 eTSI Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,220

Finance available £340 pm

1L
21.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hippo Approved

01254445378 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£33,750

Finance available £673 pm

2L
15.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

H & S Autos Ltd

01932565026 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£15,990

Finance available £335 pm

2L
52.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

JD Car Sales (East Anglia) LTD

01603567764 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,999

Finance available £246 pm

2L
82.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarScene Ltd

01603337277 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,000

1.6L
94.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

EMPIRE AUTOS LTD

01158222421 *

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

£13,999

2L
71.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

HPL Motors Preston

01772957419 *

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 (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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