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.

5,132 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2025 - MK8 Facelift 1.5 eTSI (150ps) Match DSG REAR CAM, REAR TINTS 5-Door

£25,990

1.5L
298.0
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr DELIVERY MILES

£22,990

1.5L
15.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,440

Finance available £233 pm

1.4L
71.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Wembley Prestige Cars

02037803372 *

0/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£5,800

Finance available £107 pm

1.6L
84.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

OTR Motors

01612416878 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 3dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps) - LED - HE

Low Mileage

£21,678

Finance available £434 pm

2L
42.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Shrewsbury

01743292169 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG Auto

£17,992

1.4L
51.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall FordStore Cambridge

01223632572 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,395

Finance available £210 pm

2L
100.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Poolstock Car Sales Limited

01942597424 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£5,795

Finance available £107 pm

2L
131.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

BS Motors

02890021699 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 - 2.0 TFSI GTI 3-Door

Reduced

£5,495

Finance available £100 pm

2L
101.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Automotion Vehicle Sales

01752987252 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 2dr ++ 35 TAX / HALF LEATHER / DAB / BLUETOOTH +

Reduced

£7,875

Finance available £154 pm

2L
69.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Nick King Car Sales (Gloucester)

01452227299 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,490

Finance available £190 pm

1.4L
91.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MOTO PORIUM LTD

01274924177 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

1.5L
38.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Car Centre

01612416893 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,450

Finance available £278 pm

1.4L
29.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

K Motors London Ltd

02037587409 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (59) - 1.6 TDi 105 SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,995

1.6L
33.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Bennets Car Sales

02922672909 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Edition 5dr

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

2L
85.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

KF Cars Supermaket

01416118777 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps)

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.4L
61.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bridge Sollars Garage

01981200504 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

Low Mileage

£9,990

Finance available £201 pm

32.9K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Compact Car Centre Ltd

01216615579 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£18,400

Finance available £318 pm

1.5L
15.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Reduced

£24,499

Finance available £525 pm

2L
33.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sandles Car Supermarket

01553601835 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2002 (52) - 2.3 V5 3dr Auto [170bhp]

Low Mileage

£2,495

2.3L
105.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

AMICAS GROUP LTD

01274028401 *

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 2020)

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 5dr DSG

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