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 Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

2L
95.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Automotive GT Car Sales Ltd

01236802988 *

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

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
64.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

DMS Prestige Limited

01992661584 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£9,450

Finance available £189 pm

2L
97.0K
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Automatic
Hatchback

N K Car Sales Ltd

01143086541 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - MATCH TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG 5-Door

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

2L
96.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorhouse Wales

01656331561 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 - 2.0 TDI 140 GT MARK 6 2011/11 CANDY WHITE 6 SPEED MANUAL SUNROOF 5-Door

£2,850

2L
113.1K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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01296254874 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.2 TSi DSG Automatic 28000 Miles. 5dr hatchback. Low Mileage. PX OK

Reduced

£8,390

Finance available £165 pm

1.2L
28.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

mhas

02038056893 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5-Door

Low Mileage

£13,990

Finance available £290 pm

1.4L
52.1K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

88 Motorhouse Ltd

01616720429 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£20,982

2L
69.1K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Perrys Doncaster Vauxhall

01302248564 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 Golf R 4WD 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,990

Finance available £335 pm

2L
67.5K
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Hatchback

Ceir Seiont Cars LTD

01248663519 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£24,495

Finance available £483 pm

1.5L
4.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Phillips (Lisburn) Ltd

02892791480 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S 5-Door

Low Mileage

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.2L
94.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Caristocrat

01273093588 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.4 Twist Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,990

1.4L
103.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AMG MOTOR VEHICLES LTD

01733942779 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 1.6 TDI Match DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,789

Finance available £152 pm

1.6L
42.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Auto Investments UK Ltd

01162165682 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£12,595

Finance available £259 pm

2L
100.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

C&S MOTORS LIMITED

01616721743 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
59.1K
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Hatchback

Gatwick Motor World

01444222210 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps

Low Mileage

£7,999

2L
77.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Vehicle Trade Centre Ayr

01292430591 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav 5-Door

£10,750

Finance available £218 pm

1.4L
74.2K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Abberton Car Sales

01206879441 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.0 TSI Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£11,000

Finance available £228 pm

1L
59.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Cannock

01543221765 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - R Black Edition 2.0 TSI 4Motion 333ps 7-Speed DSG 5 Door Automatic

£49,000

2L
3.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Weston-super-Mare

01934319038 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (

Reduced

£18,499

1.4L
22.7K
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Automatic
Hatchback

HPL Motors Oldham

01612416881 *

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 (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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