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.

5,302 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 3dr

£10,450

Finance available £211 pm

2L
115.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Auto Pro X

02895908086 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

£19,927

1.5L
23.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£20,891

1.5L
26.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Southampton

02380017658 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£33,889

25.0
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Not Supplied
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£6,195

Finance available £116 pm

1.6L
85.9K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

West Midlands Cars Ltd

01212721955 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

£7,450

Finance available £144 pm

1.6L
85.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Tamlaght Auto Sales

02890026907 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (62) - 1.2 TSI BLUEMOTION

Low Mileage

£6,990

1.2L
42.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

I & I MOTORS LTD

01922662400 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 5dr 1.5 TSi 150 Style

Low Mileage

£25,495

1.5L
1.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Frosts Chichester

01243219542 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,989

1.6L
87.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Springfield Mill Motors Ltd

01535280869 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£6,799

Finance available £130 pm

2L
103.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Pavilion Motor Company

01614139866 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£12,950

Finance available £267 pm

2L
45.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

J.D AUTOS NI Ltd

02890023680 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.0 TSI 110 SE [Nav] 5dr

£8,800

1L
68.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Pentagon Vauxhall (Loughborough)

01332414577 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£18,998

1.4L
42.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Milton Keynes

01416118716 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - GTD 5-Door

£8,995

2L
111.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Southwest Motor Company

01752982529 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

£12,250

Finance available £251 pm

1.6L
71.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Eastwoods Ltd

01252916819 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2005 (0D) - 2.0 GTI 5dr 197 BHP

Low Mileage

£4,095

2L
98.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

M J Autos

01217288644 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 2.0 TDI SE Estate 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£11,200

Finance available £223 pm

2L
63.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Big Motoring World Peterborough

01733971423 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s)

£12,999

Finance available £268 pm

1.5L
66.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Rangebrook Limited

01926352097 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG

Reduced

£39,115

2L
9.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.0 eTSI Life 5dr DSG

£18,900

1L
2.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Evans Halshaw Ford Wolverhampton

01902916130 *

4.4/5 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 (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 3dr DSG

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