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.

5,522 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI Match 5dr

£7,498

2L
89.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Peugeot/Mazda

01592407370 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,798

1.5L
18.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Sydenham

01414839958 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr

£13,000

£268/pm (HP)

2L
64.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

NOVA CAR SALES LTD

01215160442 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG Ã¢ 1 Year VW WarrantyÃ¢

£18,989

2L
74.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG Hatchback

Low Mileage

£30,995

1.4L
1.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Leeds

01134676309 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) - PARK SENSO

£15,659

£253/pm (PCP)

1.5L
33.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Mountsorrel

01162165589 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 2.0 TSI 265 GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£32,795

2L
8.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Specialist Cars Volkswagen Kirkcaldy

01592805181 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£14,850

£267/pm (PCP)

1.5L
63.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Gormley Motors Ltd

02887448026 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.6 TDI S Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,490

£190/pm (HP)

1.6L
82.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Gurus

01144780031 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,990

1.5L
37.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers U Solihull

01215160850 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S 5-Door

£4,495

£116/pm (HP)

1.6L
110.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

New York Car Sales

01709288262 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 5dr

£10,650

£216/pm (HP)

1.4L
75.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ratcliffe Car Sales

02890026912 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.2 TSi DSG Automatic (Low 65,700 Miles) 5dr hatchback. TopSpec . PX OK

Reduced

£7,995

£156/pm (HP)

1.2L
65.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

mhas

02038056893 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

£18,495

£322/pm (PCP)

2L
83.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Shadow Automotive Ltd

01780431436 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 2.0 TDi 170 GTD 3dr ++ CLIMATE / ALLOYS / 12 MONTHS MOT ++

Low Mileage

£4,975

2L
125.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Nick King Car Sales (Gloucester)

01452227299 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TDI Match Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£28,563

25.0
Miles
Not Supplied
Manual
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (230 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,750

2L
65.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Reynolds Motor Group

01268208363 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Reduced

£24,299

2L
36.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

drivedirect Bury St Edmunds

01284331263 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Clubsport S Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£39,999

£801/pm (HP)

2L
2.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Saxon Automobiles

01639501408 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (320 ps)

£37,949

£598/pm (PCP)

2L
20.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

A1 Ortos

01613887641 *

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 5dr DSG

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