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 Golf2021 (71) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£17,095

Finance available £331 pm

1.4L
53.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Manual

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£16,399

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1.5L
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Hatchback

The Car Warehouse Swansea

01792001637 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - MATCH EDITION | Adaptive Cruise Control | Satellite Navigation | Heated Sea 5-Door

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£14,700

1.5L
33.1K
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Hatchback

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - MK7 Facelift 1.5 TSI (150ps) Match Ed EVO DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£16,891

1.5L
37.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£14,395

1.5L
31.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.4 TSI S Cabriolet Euro 5 2dr

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1.4L
84.0K
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Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI 333 R 4Motion 5dr DSG | Adapative Chassis Control DCC

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£42,990

Finance available £825 pm

2L
1.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG

£14,950

Finance available £312 pm

2L
86.8K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

TJ Hamilton & Co

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Volkswagen Golf(09) - 3.2 V6 R32 4Motion 3dr

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£12,995

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55.7K
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Dereham Motor Company ltd

01362700376 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDI SE DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,480

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
45.1K
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Diesel
Automatic
Estate

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Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£20,106

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2L
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4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Auto 5dr

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£8,499

Finance available £168 pm

33.0K
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Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI 5dr

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1.6L
135.0K
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Diesel
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Estate

Cardiff Trade Cars

02920028847 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,295

Finance available £163 pm

1.6L
73.1K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 Petrol (TSI), Automatic (DSG), EVO, GPF, R-Line, Hatchback, 5 Door, Man

£13,499

1.5L
87.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 2.0 TSI R 4MOTION 3dr DSG

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2L
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Volkswagen Golf2016 - GT EDITION 1.6 TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5-Door

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1.6L
95.6K
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Hatchback

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01942365317 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,990

Finance available £268 pm

1.4L
30.9K
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Manual
Hatchback

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01144780031 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.0 TSI Life Hatchback 5 Dr

£14,495

1L
33.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Victoria Motors Ltd

01747440831 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

£11,895

Finance available £243 pm

1.6L
72.1K
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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 3dr DSG

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