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.

5,149 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 GT TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG 5DR Semi Automatic

Low Mileage

£9,490

2L
54.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Deepdale Motor Company

01772376077 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - GTI DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£13,600

2L
66.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Imperial Auto Trade LTD

02037636638 *

Volkswagen Golf(12) - 2.0 TDI GT (Leather) Euro 5 3dr

£3,895

Finance available £65 pm

115.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Not Supplied

A1 Car Shop Ltd

01462412937 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.0 TSI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr AUTOMATICEuro 6 **ULEZ COMPLIANT, LO

Reduced

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.6L
51.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorhouse Citroen Coleford

01594800684 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.0 TSI 115 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,298

1L
35.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Arnold Clark Liverpool Motorstore / MG

01513179472 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,750

Finance available £344 pm

1.5L
25.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Grayswood Cars

01428771375 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£3,999

Finance available £67 pm

2L
115.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Elite Cars Nottingham Ltd

01158225950 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO GPF GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) - PARK SE

£12,588

Finance available £243 pm

1.5L
67.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Southampton

01489663574 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (204 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,699

Finance available £239 pm

1.4L
59.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

RH Motor Sales Ltd

01594801996 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - R-Line 1.5 TSI 150ps 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,990

Finance available £390 pm

1.5L
19.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Regent Garage

01766800157 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.5 TSI Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) 1 Owner, To

£21,599

Finance available £423 pm

1.5L
13.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cartime Bury

01613887693 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£19,395

2L
56.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motortrust UK Garstang

01942365158 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,898

2L
42.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Glasgow BMW

01416119940 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,990

Finance available £156 pm

1.2L
59.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Siak Cars Ltd

02475105203 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO GPF R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,995

1.5L
34.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Stoneacre Wigan - Stoneacre Select

01942559249 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£19,495

Finance available £380 pm

1.5L
25.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Kirkcaldy Ford Centre

01592407686 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.4 TSI GT Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.4L
98.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Silverstone Cars Limited

01708206414 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£30,990

Finance available £616 pm

2L
35.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Your Car Group

01633749117 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (74) - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Diesel Hatchback

£28,999

2L
3.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Lincoln

01522467379 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (02) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (30

Low Mileage

£16,495

Finance available £346 pm

2L
60.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carplex Ltd

01323396590 *

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 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 (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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