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.

5,301 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 8 GTE 1.4 TSI 245PS 6-speed DSG 5 Door

Low Mileage

£25,493

1.4L
7.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

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01489661105 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (320 ps)

Low Mileage

£36,450

Finance available £728 pm

2L
7.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Beehive Cars

01204939561 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.4 TSI SE BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 1 owner 68,000m, sunroof, ULEZ 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,500

Finance available £168 pm

1.4L
68.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cars of Chichester

01243216738 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£24,662

Finance available £539 pm

2L
31.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 8 Style 1.5 TSI 150PS 6-speed Manual 5 Door Manual

£19,000

1.5L
34.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Weston-super-Mare

01934319038 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£45,778

Finance available £880 pm

2L
25.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s)

£13,999

Finance available £290 pm

2L
85.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Manor Motors

01429801276 *

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

£23,498

2L
35.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Swansea

01414839956 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£5,900

Finance available £109 pm

2L
131.1K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

K Motors London Ltd

02037587409 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,945

Finance available £155 pm

1.6L
77.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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02890026918 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG Diesel Hatchback

£22,495

2L
56.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Skipton

01535280951 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI Life 5-Door

£13,397

Finance available £266 pm

1.5L
55.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Grimsby

01472806810 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Edition 5dr

100

Low Mileage

£13,795

Finance available £286 pm

2L
59.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

2L
74.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Pavilion Motor Company

01614139866 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,590

Finance available £341 pm

1.5L
24.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Farnham Volkswagen

01252916356 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI GTE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (204 p

Low Mileage

£10,695

Finance available £217 pm

1.4L
72.5K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

TSP Cars And Commercials

01616944307 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£22,999

Finance available £482 pm

1.4L
7.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Newport

01633493027 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£30,978

2L
6.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Leeds

01134676309 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI 333 R 4Motion 5dr DSG | Heated Front Seats

Low Mileage

£41,990

Finance available £805 pm

2L
500.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.5 TSI eHybrid 19.7kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6

£29,000

Finance available £528 pm

1.5L
7.6K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

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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 (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 3dr DSG

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