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.

5,056 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

2L
82.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Canfield Garage

01371700436 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£22,423

Finance available £459 pm

2L
21.9K
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Carsa Durham

01388217377 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Style 5dr

£15,950

Finance available £265 pm

2L
67.3K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Jack Reid Cars Carrickfergus

02893448937 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

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£16,500

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Hatchback

Jack Reid Cars Carrickfergus

02893448937 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - Life Tsi 5-Door

£15,320

Finance available £320 pm

1.5L
40.6K
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Hatchback

Hippo Approved

01254445378 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (Z7) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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1.5L
21.5K
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Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,100

Finance available £396 pm

1.5L
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Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S Euro 5 (s/s) 3dr

£3,995

1.2L
102.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Zone

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (110 b

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1L
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Hatchback

Corner Park Garage (Swansea)

01792344016 *

3.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf1989 (F) - 1.8 GTI 2dr

Low Mileage

£16,750

1.8L
123.0K
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Convertible

THE MOTOR LOUNGE

01992666449 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 99kW e-Golf 35kWh 5dr Auto

£10,495

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Electric
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Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 1.6 FSI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,145

1.6L
144.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Selekt Motors Ltd

01753314986 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI Style Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£15,649

Finance available £307 pm

2L
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.0 TSI Active Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,995

Finance available £290 pm

1L
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Hatchback

N T Shaw Of Louth

01507306898 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£29,999

1.4L
8.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG + AUTO + NEW HYBRID BATTERY DONE BY VW

£5,475

1.4L
144.0K
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Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Hanli Motors Ltd

01143089071 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,679

Finance available £239 pm

2L
102.6K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Brook Cars Company

01952446504 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£36,033

2L
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Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Nissan Doncaster

01302245278 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr

£7,295

Finance available £141 pm

1.4L
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Hatchback

White Rose Cars

01134676154 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,590

Finance available £237 pm

1.4L
78.0K
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TM Car Sales Ltd

02475187136 *

4.5/5 Stars

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 (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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