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.

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Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) 1 OWNER

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£17,945

1.5L
11.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Lancaster

01524938891 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

£7,650

Finance available £149 pm

1.6L
92.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Mac Motors

02890023774 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI R-Line Edition ACT 150PS DSG 5Dr

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£16,795

1.4L
20.6K
Miles
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Hatchback

John Clark Volkswagen Aberdeen

01224454474 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£14,499

Finance available £302 pm

2L
71.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars Club Traders (Heston)

02037808904 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

1.4L
59.3K
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Hatchback

Ross Car Sales

01792001616 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr [Nav]

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£6,750

Finance available £128 pm

1.6L
130.0K
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Diesel
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Estate

Campbell Trade Sales

02890023194 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (150ps) Life EVO

£15,945

1.5L
32.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£17,100

Finance available £298 pm

1.5L
20.7K
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Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£12,600

Finance available £259 pm

1.5L
51.6K
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Manual
Hatchback

Nuneaton Car Sales Ltd

02475187138 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Diesel Hatchback

£28,743

2L
4.3K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Leeds

01134676309 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (150ps) R-Line EVO WINTER PACK, REAR CAM

£19,990

1.5L
29.5K
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Hatchback

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (74) - 2.0 TSI 333 R Black Edition 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£46,990

Finance available £945 pm

2L
1.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

AUTOPRESTIGE

01274087615 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI S 5dr

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£7,500

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
128.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

McNulty Motors Ltd

02887441320 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 99kW e-Golf 35kWh 5dr Auto

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

65.7K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

CarBrothers NI

02894339938 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 2.0 GT TDI DPF 5dr

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£1,200

2L
115.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Car Sales B33

01217288818 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 1.6 TDi 5-Door

£3,495

Finance available £56 pm

1.6L
135.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Youngs Motors

02890026948 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,298

1.5L
17.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (220 p

Low Mileage

£12,400

Finance available £255 pm

2L
60.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mylson Ltd

01616698222 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£22,850

Finance available £449 pm

2L
50.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Sales NI Ltd

02882440438 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (62) - Automatic 5-Door

Low Mileage

£5,750

Finance available £106 pm

1.2L
46.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
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Kobe Trading UK Limited

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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 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 (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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