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 Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr finance available

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

1.6L
93.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Axholme Car Exchange Limited

01724514216 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£22,491

1.4L
20.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,498

1.5L
40.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Inverness Citroen / Peugeot / Vanstore

01463213058 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,698

1.5L
20.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Birtley Motorstore / MG / Vanstore

01916070584 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,295

Finance available £297 pm

2L
77.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

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01618042294 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) O

£18,499

1.5L
32.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Ask Motors

01922665493 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£21,990

2L
68.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Nuneaton

02476930658 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr Ã¢ 18' 'Bergamo', Tow bar, Winter pack, Rear cameraÃ

Low Mileage

£23,249

Finance available £457 pm

1.5L
12.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£12,500

2L
41.3K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Vine Autos

01297300240 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

1.5L
38.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Car Centre

01612416893 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,995

Finance available £328 pm

1.5L
30.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 p

Low Mileage

£11,390

1.4L
70.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Dace Car Supermarket

01616945306 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 SE TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5d 148 BHP 5-Door

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

2L
111.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Sportline Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£3,994

Finance available £67 pm

1.6L
113.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

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01172331344 *

Volkswagen GolfTSI BlueMotion Tech S

Low Mileage

£6,799

Finance available £130 pm

52.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Aristocars

01908774007 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 2dr

Low Mileage

£5,695

Finance available £105 pm

1.6L
57.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Autocar Overseal Ltd

01283249155 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) Au

Reduced

£12,105

Finance available £248 pm

1.5L
76.6K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Days of Neath

01639501087 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - Hatch Black Edition 1.5 eTSI 150ps 7-Speed DSG 5 Door Auto

Low Mileage

£31,134

1.5L
950.0
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

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02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£23,681

1.5L
16.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Scunthorpe

01724708058 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£13,295

Finance available £286 pm

1.5L
56.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Range Manchester

01618048254 *

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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