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.

5,336 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£16,991

1.5L
26.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - VOLKSWAGEN GOLF VII ESTATE 1.2 TSI DSG ULEZ 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,390

1.2L
46.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

The Left Hand Drive Place

01256679126 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TDI Life DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£19,950

Finance available £389 pm

2L
32.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Carnet Car Sales

02828440678 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Diesel Hatchback

Low Mileage

£30,990

2L
2.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Mansfield

01312025167 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.0 TSI 115 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,249

1L
34.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
52.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Vision Wheels Ltd

01268219712 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,990

Finance available £268 pm

1.5L
59.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

ARJ MOTORS

01932507141 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2006 - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion Tech Match 3dr

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.6L
144.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cleary Car Sales

02879440840 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - LIFE TSI 5-Door

£19,995

Finance available £390 pm

1.5L
9.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ticehurst Motors Ltd

01580238472 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (73) - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG

Reduced

£30,995

Finance available £616 pm

2L
25.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

L A MOTORS

07393778079 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

£20,017

2L
30.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Oxford Kidlington

01865956226 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,200

Finance available £262 pm

1.4L
64.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Formby Car Centre

01515410426 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 R 5d 298 BHP 5-Door

Reduced

£13,490

Finance available £279 pm

2L
57.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

BRG AutoHub

02891249536 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£31,495

Finance available £626 pm

2L
31.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Pavilion Motor Company

01614139866 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr DSG

Reduced

£9,000

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
73.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Rk Motoring Ltd

01702418738 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£5,500

1.6L
55.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Taylors Performance

01916077209 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.0 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Reduced

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

1.6L
34.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Independent Cars Limited

01709223123 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s)

£8,600

Finance available £170 pm

2L
80.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Shahz Cars Ltd

01525308852 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£22,495

Finance available £442 pm

2L
25.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evolve Motor Company

01633741704 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,495

2L
95.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

A&A Auto Sales

01832778585 *

4.7/5 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 (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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