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.

5,121 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£29,888

2L
12.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu MINI Yeovil

01935311985 *

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

Low Mileage

£21,320

1.5L
19.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evans Halshaw Ford Lincoln

01522440298 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,299

Finance available £342 pm

2L
79.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AB Car Sales (South West) Ltd

01822661594 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£12,299

Finance available £174 pm

1.4L
38.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Monks Park Motors

02039577351 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,490

Finance available £359 pm

1.5L
23.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mervyn Stewart Used Select

02895908140 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£28,863

2L
5.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Letchworth

01462559198 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 Golf R-Line TSi Evo Semi-Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,200

Finance available £353 pm

1.5L
25.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

G Cars Windlesham

01276733031 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£25,098

1.5L
4.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI 272 GTE eHybrid 5dr DSG Ã¢ Panoramic Sunroof, Head-Up DisplayÃ¢

Low Mileage

£31,989

Finance available £663 pm

1.5L
3.5K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£18,999

Finance available £390 pm

1.5L
38.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

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£6,999

1.6L
41.3K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

CAR & CARS LTD

01506376863 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,595

Finance available £147 pm

1.4L
85.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Eastside Motors

01217288688 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s)

Low Mileage

£9,990

Finance available £201 pm

1.6L
64.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

AutoVenue LTD

01633747902 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

Reduced

£21,990

Finance available £431 pm

2L
62.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Top Gear Motors

02881440371 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG [Leather]

£5,995

2L
107.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Westgate Motor Centre

01274089104 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£18,589

Finance available £361 pm

1.5L
46.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Select Motors GB

02037808222 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.4 TSI GT (Leather) Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,995

1.4L
93.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carwebs Motors Limited

01642573712 *

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

Low Mileage

£19,051

Finance available £387 pm

1.5L
29.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Shrewsbury

01743292169 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.0 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,400

Finance available £359 pm

1L
7.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£23,498

1.5L
362.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen/MG (Rutherglen)

01414839932 *

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 (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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