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

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

2L
92.9K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

WMA VEHICLE HIRE AND SALES LIMITED

01913002068 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG Hatchback

Low Mileage

£20,307

1.4L
16.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

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01522467379 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£22,500

Finance available £471 pm

1.5L
9.5K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

£17,390

Finance available £337 pm

1L
28.3K
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Manual
Hatchback

Roadside Motors (Armagh) Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£15,150

Finance available £316 pm

1.4L
32.6K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

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02039577301 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (06) - 1.0 TSI 115 Match 5dr

£7,990

Finance available £156 pm

1L
56.9K
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Manual
Hatchback

HD AUTOS SHEFFIELD

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Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,698

1.5L
20.2K
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Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Arnold Clark Linwood Seat / Skoda / Cupra

01414736420 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£21,995

Finance available £431 pm

2L
57.6K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

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01743291623 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GT 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,695

2L
83.1K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

WMA VEHICLE HIRE AND SALES LIMITED

01913002068 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£18,495

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1.5L
39.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01256634772 *

Volkswagen Golf2005 (05) - 1.9 SE TDI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£1,795

1.9L
121.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

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02476936574 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI R-Line Edition 3dr

£7,795

2L
125.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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02890022225 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£4,850

1.6L
111.2K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

East Kent Car Sales

01795502170 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.0 Petrol (TSI), Active Edition, Hatchback, 5 Door, Manual, Euro 6.

Low Mileage

£16,499

1L
31.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Elm Tree Car Sales Ltd

01913387238 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£22,199

Finance available £459 pm

1.5L
21.1K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 LIFE TDI 5DR Manual

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£10,281

2L
106.7K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

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01614139879 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

£20,880

2L
52.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evans Halshaw Ford Hull

01482421637 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,999

Finance available £416 pm

1.5L
19.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Castleford

01977800692 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,995

Finance available £349 pm

2L
39.8K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Taunton Road Car Sales

01278550581 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S 5-Door

£4,495

1.6L
110.7K
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Diesel
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 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 (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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