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.

5,054 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,490

Finance available £380 pm

1.5L
18.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

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

Low Mileage

£20,626

1.5L
25.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Marshall Volkswagen Barnstaple

01271443056 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£17,000

1.5L
72.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Valley

02078714290 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5-Door

£18,797

Finance available £382 pm

1.5L
44.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Birmingham

01215165158 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£36,033

2L
6.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Nissan Doncaster

01302245278 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,289

Finance available £252 pm

2L
61.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Geeling Motor Company

01527917833 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£13,495

Finance available £279 pm

1.4L
71.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

CarBrothers NI

02894339938 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.6 TDI Match Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£10,795

Finance available £219 pm

1.6L
74.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

GCS - GERMAN CAR SPECIALIST

01494312143 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - R TSI 4MOTION DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£23,995

Finance available £472 pm

2L
40.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Williams Automotive Ltd

01235636668 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,990

Finance available £349 pm

2L
27.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Radius Vehicle Solutions

02890023225 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 Tsi Match 5Dr

£20,131

1.5L
15.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Blackpool Volkswagen

01253542216 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(72) - 2.0 TDI Life Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£18,949

13.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Not Supplied

M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£2,495

2L
130.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Handpicked Motors Swindon LTD

01793236991 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - MATCH EDITION TSI EVO DSG 5-Door

£15,000

Finance available £313 pm

1.5L
47.7K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Attenborough Cars

01302249082 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Match 5dr DSG Auto

£27,500

Finance available £544 pm

1.5L
2.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Regent Garage

01766800157 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,788

Finance available £196 pm

1.6L
88.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Traders

02037808158 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT R-Line Edition Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro

£10,650

Finance available £211 pm

1.4L
80.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ponko

01223857211 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,940

Finance available £155 pm

1.4L
80.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vision Motors Direct - Leeds

01138875266 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£10,588

Finance available £214 pm

1.6L
88.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Dave Fox Car Sales

01785336592 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (31

Reduced

£16,499

Finance available £346 pm

2L
84.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Rom Motors Ltd

01455240096 *

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.

Used Volkswagen Golf snapshot review

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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 (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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