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.

5,259 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) - 17IN ALL

Low Mileage

£21,161

Finance available £423 pm

1.5L
13.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Shrewsbury

01743292169 *

Volkswagen Golf2003 (03) - 1.8 T GTi 3dr

Low Mileage

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.8L
66.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Paul Mulford T/A AUTOPARK

01603978058 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£35,149

Finance available £748 pm

2L
4.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Manchester

01614139868 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£13,950

Finance available £289 pm

2L
94.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

JPM Motors Ltd

02890023665 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr DSG

£12,498

1.6L
74.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414736428 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

£10,250

Finance available £207 pm

2L
91.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Brian McManus Car Sales Ltd

02890021675 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 5-Door

Low Mileage

£18,995

Finance available £370 pm

1.5L
33.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Elgin Autos

01343610498 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Reduced

£14,200

Finance available £247 pm

1.5L
46.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Cannock

01543221765 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

£24,979

Finance available £493 pm

2L
34.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Autopoint

01436647028 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI Life Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£15,100

Finance available £253 pm

2L
48.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,395

Finance available £188 pm

2L
64.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Campbell Trade Sales

02890023194 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,169

Finance available £329 pm

2L
34.5K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

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

£9,499

Finance available £190 pm

1.4L
72.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Milton Motor Centre

01234237535 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£33,990

Finance available £678 pm

2L
15.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Mallusk

02890026957 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,000

Finance available £201 pm

2L
115.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Norton Car Sales Limited

01616720268 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£14,185

Finance available £301 pm

1.5L
59.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.4 TSI MATCH DSG EURO 5 5dr PETROL AUTOMATIC

£10,000

Finance available £201 pm

1.4L
10.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

KLAW MOTORS

02039537452 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£34,500

Finance available £688 pm

2L
15.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

H & S Autos Ltd

01932565026 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT DSG Estate 5-Door

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

2L
91.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Atlantic Motors

01736806430 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 R DSG 3d 270 BHP 3-Door

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
71.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars4You Edinburgh West

01313226854 *

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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