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) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£14,990

1.5L
45.7K
Miles
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Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (60) - 2.0 TDi 170 GTD 5dr DSG

£3,995

2L
154.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Jap Motor Cars Ltd

01773304675 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£5,980

1.4L
74.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

East City Cars

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Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 S TSI 2DR Manual

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£7,490

1.4L
48.0K
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Convertible

Deepdale Motor Company

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Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI Style Edition 5dr Manual

£19,350

1.5L
29.6K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bath

01225617306 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2006 - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion Tech Match 3dr

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.6L
144.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cleary Car Sales

02879440840 *

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

£5,995

2L
106.1K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

HAMPTON CAR SALES LTD

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Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£9,899

Finance available £187 pm

1.5L
88.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£21,998

1.5L
15.3K
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (East Kilbride)

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.4L
103.5K
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Manual
Hatchback

Warwick Hall Cars Limited

01616720739 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,299

2L
101.4K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Big Bob Car Sales

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Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,180

1.5L
36.8K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Evans Halshaw Ford Old Trafford

01615196723 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.0 TSI Match BlueMotion Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,470

1L
58.5K
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Manual
Hatchback

Evans Halshaw Ford Blackburn

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG [Nav]

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
80.5K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

A&A Auto Sales

01832778585 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - MK8 Facelift R-Line 1.5 eTSI 150PS Hatch 5 Dr Automatic

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£27,500

1.5L
2.9K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (59) - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion SE 5dr [Start Stop]

Low Mileage

£4,295

1.6L
90.5K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cattedown Trade Centre

01752426030 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 - 3.2 V6 R32 4MOTION 3dr DSG

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£12,995

3.2L
73.0K
Miles
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

Prestige Motors NI

02890026900 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech GT Estate 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£9,695

Finance available £194 pm

1.4L
45.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

TAYLORS HILL MOTORS LTD

01767661737 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£8,595

Finance available £170 pm

2L
76.6K
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Hatchback

Kevin Car Sales & HCW Ltd

01708205498 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - SE TSI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5-Door

Low Mileage

£5,650

1.4L
98.0K
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Manual
Hatchback

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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 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 3dr DSG

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