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.

5,267 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI S Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,750

Finance available £218 pm

1.6L
44.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

ADAM G CARS

01302986312 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5-Door

£15,997

Finance available £322 pm

1.5L
33.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Birmingham

01215165158 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
113.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Eazy Cars Haslingden Ltd

01706392812 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£23,298

1.5L
5.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

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Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
13.7K
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Hatchback

TrustFord Glasgow

01412601245 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£16,617

1.5L
33.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Scunthorpe

01724708058 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TDI R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,495

Finance available £359 pm

2L
25.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Precision Motor Group

02039537318 *

Volkswagen Golf(60) - 1.4 TSI SE DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,949

32.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
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M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

£22,450

Finance available £441 pm

2L
43.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,498

1.4L
48.8K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (West Calder)

01506533740 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4MOTION Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,781

Finance available £345 pm

2L
58.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Eye Green Cars

01733794296 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

£9,495

Finance available £190 pm

1.6L
89.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Starrett 4x4

02871220960 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.6L
60.8K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Derek Merson

01643800612 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£24,200

1.5L
15.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Loughborough

01509274556 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.0 TSI SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 bhp)

Low Mileage

£13,295

1L
24.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (73) - 1.0 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,200

Finance available £333 pm

1L
11.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Stevenage

01438584759 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£14,495

Finance available £242 pm

1.5L
39.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Premier Car Supermarket Kettering Ltd

01536219120 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Reduced

£22,995

Finance available £379 pm

1.5L
3.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Norman Motors Bournemouth

01202133536 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 1.4 TSI Match DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,895

1.4L
62.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Top Gear Harrow Ltd

02038895522 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT R-Line Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro

Low Mileage

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

1.4L
44.9K
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Manual
Hatchback

Leeds Motor Company (Burley place)

01134675316 *

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 5dr DSG

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