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 Golf2020 (11) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr

Reduced

£16,000

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
9.1K
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Manual
Hatchback

Boyslade Garage Ltd

01455241641 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps

Low Mileage

£12,290

Finance available £257 pm

1.4L
32.0K
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Ponko

01223857211 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.6 TDI S 5dr

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£12,995

1.6L
32.4K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Hinckley

01455244504 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£22,000

Finance available £394 pm

1.5L
13.8K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,498

1.5L
30.5K
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Broxburn Seat / Fiat

01506532870 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,800

Finance available £286 pm

1.5L
61.1K
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Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr

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£9,498

1.4L
53.1K
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Fiat / Abarth (Falkirk)

01324465358 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£26,990

1.5L
4.6K
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Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Worcester

01902240177 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (11) - 1.4 TSI SE DSG Euro 5 5dr

£8,449

Finance available £166 pm

1.4L
15.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

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£17,199

1.5L
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Hatchback

HPL Motors Preston

01772957419 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG

£13,950

Finance available £289 pm

2L
82.0K
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Hatchback

MCautosales

02879440626 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

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£20,999

1.5L
12.9K
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Hatchback

Invicta Subaru Crawley

01293214024 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,000

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
96.0K
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Manual
Hatchback

Hounslow Cars Ltd

02039537374 *

2.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,245

1.5L
11.6K
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Hatchback

Tangelo Used Cars Exeter

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.0 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,509

Finance available £302 pm

1L
40.0K
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Hatchback

J Stuart & Co Ltd

01518322201 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.4 S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,190

1.2L
82.8K
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Manual
Hatchback

Tiley of Bristol

01174404957 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 GTI TCR DSG 5d 286 BHP 5-Door

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£23,990

Finance available £503 pm

2L
27.6K
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Hatchback

City Motors (Cambs) Ltd

01733666873 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

£23,000

Finance available £393 pm

2L
31.1K
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Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£16,276

1.5L
31.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Motornation Derby

01228582111 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1.6L
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Livingstone Motor Group Cranswick

01377310203 *

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 (2016 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 / 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

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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