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.

5,203 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

£9,450

Finance available £189 pm

1.6L
75.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

FergusonMotorsNI.co.uk

02886273064 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£25,498

2L
43.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Birtley Motorstore / MG / Vanstore

01916070584 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI 310 R 3dr 4MOTION Manual

Low Mileage

£23,295

Finance available £458 pm

2L
11.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

TrustFord Glasgow

01412601245 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£16,595

Finance available £348 pm

1.5L
25.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Rudi Gage Car Sales

02827440452 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,789

Finance available £429 pm

1.5L
26.2K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Store Northampton

01604343556 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£6,200

Finance available £116 pm

2L
83.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Hammond Cars Norwich

01603937224 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr Sat Nav Parking sensors

Reduced

£20,000

1.5L
22.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

County Motorparks Chelmsford

01245678762 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,998

1L
16.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Oxford Kidlington

01865956226 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr Manual

Reduced

£8,290

1.6L
74.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

TrustFord Huddersfield

01484502987 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (0V) - 2.0L R 20 YEARS TSI 4MOTION DSG 5d 329 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£42,500

Finance available £853 pm

2L
6.7K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

RD Harrison Car Sales

01747440696 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
77.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

VW Audi Auto Sales

02890026940 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S 5-Door

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.2L
94.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Caristocrat

01273093588 *

Volkswagen Golf1.4L GOLF TOURN

£5,500

Finance available £101 pm

16.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
People Carrier

Jan London Trade Ltd

01217288705 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,950

Finance available £155 pm

1.6L
79.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Richard Sloan Cars

02890023215 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.6 TDI Match Edition 5dr

£12,750

Finance available £263 pm

1.6L
112.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Prestige Cars Ireland

02890026873 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr DSG [Nav]

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.6L
74.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

Diesels Direct

01502441258 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,299

1.5L
15.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

HPL Motors Oldham

01612416881 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,495

Finance available £421 pm

2L
40.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Fitzroy Motor Co

01425203840 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,790

Finance available £241 pm

1.4L
49.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Gurus

01144780031 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£26,722

1.5L
5.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Harlow

01279598864 *

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 (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 3dr DSG

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