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.

5,244 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2011 - 1.6 TDi 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,950

1.6L
113.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

AG Car Sales Ltd

02890023158 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£20,928

1.5L
31.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Honda Doncaster

01302245283 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£11,950

Finance available £245 pm

2L
78.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

DR-CC (DR Car Company)

01143086588 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 Golf R-Line eTSI Semi-Auto 5dr

£18,200

Finance available £330 pm

1.5L
40.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

LMC Cars

01708206105 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - TSI Match Edition 5-Door

£10,995

1L
66.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

McCarthy Cars Ltd

02038895516 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI 150 Black Edition 5dr + TECHNOLOGY PACK MANUAL

Low Mileage

£28,498

1.5L
2.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Swansea)

01792739752 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,499

Finance available £101 pm

2L
119.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Thornbury Car Centre

01454800976 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 3dr

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.4L
91.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motoring Way LTD

01495361519 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£21,749

Finance available £450 pm

2L
40.2K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,495

2L
115.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

AMC Car Sales

01212722821 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,975

Finance available £201 pm

1.4L
93.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Oasis Cars Ltd

01474556253 *

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

Low Mileage

£31,990

1.5L
627.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Worcester

01902240177 *

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

£18,899

Finance available £388 pm

1.5L
64.3K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(16) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4MOTION Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,995

56.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Automotive GT Car Sales Ltd

01236802988 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr DSG

Reduced

£15,490

Finance available £256 pm

1.5L
38.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mervyn Stewart Skoda North Down

02891244456 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£20,989

Finance available £411 pm

2L
38.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorhub

01535281058 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£20,475

Finance available £400 pm

2L
56.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Oasis Cars Ltd

01474556253 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) Automatic

Reduced

£15,690

1.5L
10.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sherwoods Durham Peugeot

01918145161 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 1.4 TSI SE Euro 5 3dr

Low Mileage

£2,390

1.4L
117.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Space Motors Limited

01582280664 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£8,975

Finance available £178 pm

1.5L
101.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

PEELS WHEELS LIMITED

01524938217 *

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 2016)

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 3dr DSG

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