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 (21) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£18,295

Finance available £355 pm

1.5L
40.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carter and Haines

01244562742 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 300 R 3dr 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£25,498

2L
19.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Used Car Centre (Irvine)

01294444010 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Estate 5dr Petrol DSG 4MOTION Euro 6 (s/s) (300 p

Low Mileage

£16,995

Finance available £357 pm

2L
61.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Colliss Motors

01985807078 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,990

Finance available £268 pm

1.4L
89.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

CAR CITY (LUTON) LIMITED

01582853748 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

£12,975

Finance available £268 pm

1.6L
63.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

B.McNally & Sons

02879440952 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 - 1.4 TSI SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£2,795

1.4L
115.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

London Broadway Car Sales Ltd

02037808913 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£13,589

1.5L
76.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dace German Car Centre

01616969152 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,500

Finance available £235 pm

1.4L
48.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Chris W Roads Ltd

01773301938 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,200

Finance available £336 pm

1.5L
19.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) Manual

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.5L
47.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Richard Sanders Used Car Centre

01536909597 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.2 S TSI 2DR Manual

Low Mileage

£6,490

1.2L
60.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Convertible

Deepdale Motor Company

01772376077 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.2 TSI S 5dr

£3,500

Finance available £56 pm

1.2L
122.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Clives Autos Quayside

01206482938 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI R-Line Edition ACT 150PS DSG 5Dr

Low Mileage

£16,795

1.4L
20.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

John Clark Volkswagen Aberdeen

01224454474 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

Low Mileage

£9,449

Finance available £177 pm

44.2K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,749

Finance available £323 pm

1.5L
36.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Chingford

02039104754 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 5dr 1.5TSi EVO Match Automatic

Low Mileage

£15,295

1.5L
42.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Frosts Chichester

01243219542 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£30,000

2L
29.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

True Vehicle Sales

01284334029 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£15,450

Finance available £323 pm

2L
45.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

S. McKeever Cars

02825440926 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

Reduced

£10,950

Finance available £222 pm

1.6L
50.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Richard Sloan Cars

02890023215 *

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

£21,414

2L
53.4K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Nissan Doncaster

01302245278 *

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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