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.

5,258 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£18,650

Finance available £363 pm

2L
63.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Clitheroe Road Car Sales

01282501662 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf1996 (P) - 2.0 Avantgarde 2dr Auto

Low Mileage

£2,995

2L
96.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

Cheltenham Spa Motors Ltd

01452227274 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - SE 1.4 TSI petrol 5 door manual, 74,000 miles GTI wheels, grey, ULEZ, SH

Low Mileage

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.4L
74.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cars of Chichester

01243216738 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£7,990

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
76.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

ATA CARS LTD

02037808889 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

£1,499

1.4L
125.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

KSS Cars Ltd

01279212249 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

Reduced

£16,950

Finance available £356 pm

2L
60.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Colin Francis Cars

02879441906 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

2L
98.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

3 Bridge Car Sales

02871221749 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,998

1.5L
8.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Fiat Motorstore Jeep Abarth (Oldbury)

01215166056 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

2L
71.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Twin Car Sales Ltd

01255449987 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,500

Finance available £235 pm

1.6L
63.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Oxford Automotive

01865599168 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.2 TSI S Euro 5 5dr

£2,195

1.2L
122.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

NORTHWEST AUTOS

02038934214 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£15,700

1.5L
73.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carworld Superstore

01733978043 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr

£23,750

Finance available £467 pm

2L
45.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - MK8 Hatch 5-Dr 1.5 eTSI 130PS Style EVO DSG Automatic

£20,550

1.5L
27.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bath

01225617306 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - MK8 1.0 eTSI Life EVO (110ps) DSG Estate Automatic 5-Door

Low Mileage

£14,980

1L
35.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Capitol Volkswagen Merthyr Tydfil

01685701249 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (70) - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£24,990

2L
31.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Townfield Car Sales

01614700143 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG Auto

£23,781

2L
38.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall BMW Grimsby

01472806814 *

Volkswagen Golf(18) - 2.0 TDI GTD BlueLine DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,989

Finance available £349 pm

29.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Not Supplied

Motorhub

01535281058 *

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

£9,250

Finance available £184 pm

2L
120.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Smart Car Sales Blackburn Ltd

01254919297 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

Low Mileage

£10,295

Finance available £208 pm

41.5K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

R Automotive UK

01844391923 *

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 5dr DSG

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