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.

5,054 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr [Nav]

Reduced

£6,495

1.6L
130.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Campbell Trade Sales

02890023194 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI 150 Style Edition 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£18,740

1.5L
29.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Huddersfield

01484501073 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£18,490

1.5L
27.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,995

2L
79.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hillington Motor Co Ltd

01414730658 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI SE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

2L
109.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Pavilion Motor Company

01614139866 *

Volkswagen Golf(68) - 1.6 TDI GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£14,999

28.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Manor Motors

01429801276 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£19,470

1.5L
37.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Stockport

01616945314 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Performance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£9,995

2L
85.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Renown Motors

01613887637 *

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

£15,300

Finance available £313 pm

1.5L
33.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

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

£6,495

2L
158.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Nationwide Motor Sales Ltd

01518322179 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£30,990

1.5L
10.0
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.8/5 Stars

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

£11,000

1.4L
10.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

KLAW MOTORS

02039537452 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (85 ps)

£5,495

1.2L
91.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Swale Auto Sales II LTD

01748906162 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr Manual

Low Mileage

£21,000

2L
39.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bath

01225617306 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,295

Finance available £230 pm

2L
73.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Arrow Motor Company

01325521616 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

2L
93.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

GMC 2000

01134680586 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr [Leather]

Low Mileage

£8,495

2L
57.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

R P automotive Ltd

01282501734 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

£11,895

Finance available £243 pm

1.6L
87.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

3 Bridge Car Sales

02871221749 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Reduced

£31,998

2L
30.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Nottingham Motorstore / Vanstore

01158964024 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 GTI TSI Bluemotion 5-Door

£7,099

Finance available £136 pm

2L
109.0K
Miles
Petrol
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.

Used Volkswagen Golf snapshot review

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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 Present)

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 5dr DSG

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