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.

5,286 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2016 (R) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£7,799

Finance available £152 pm

1.6L
88.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

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01252415207 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Black Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£31,990

1.5L
435.0
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr

£5,489

Finance available £100 pm

1.6L
146.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 3dr

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
67.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,500

Finance available £101 pm

1.4L
99.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.6L
46.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 p

Low Mileage

£10,800

Finance available £219 pm

2L
70.2K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

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01603937224 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.0 eTSI MHEV Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,900

1L
17.3K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carworld Superstore

01733978043 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£28,118

2L
27.3K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,999

Finance available £303 pm

1.5L
32.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£25,995

Finance available £513 pm

2L
30.2K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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0/5 Stars

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

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£16,400

Finance available £283 pm

1.5L
38.7K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

£10,990

Finance available £223 pm

2L
113.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£21,920

Finance available £467 pm

2L
56.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,600

Finance available £287 pm

1.5L
40.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01145510576 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - TSI Life 5-Door

£15,795

1.5L
42.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

McCarthy Cars Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£22,900

Finance available £450 pm

2L
35.2K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hammond Cars Ipswich

01473927579 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - MK8 Facelift 1.5 eTSI (150ps) Match DSG Automatic 5-Door

£26,469

1.5L
200.0
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Weston-super-Mare

01934319038 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - TSI SE Nav 5-Door

Low Mileage

£12,796

Finance available £264 pm

1.4L
50.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Squire Cars Ltd

01495361540 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,799

Finance available £433 pm

1.5L
17.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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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 2016)

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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