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.

5,250 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£18,495

Finance available £359 pm

2L
50.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Armstrong Massey Driffield

01377310214 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 Golf SE BlueMotion Technology TDI 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,490

1.6L
19.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Swaan Motors Ltd

01733667053 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.5L
78.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

DMS Prestige Limited

01992661584 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 (08) - 1.9 TDI Match 5dr

£1,699

1.9L
159.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

The Big Motor Company Ltd

01482947783 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,495

2L
72.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

C&S MOTORS LIMITED

01616721743 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Estate 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£10,990

Finance available £223 pm

1.5L
87.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Monarch Car Sales

01905673241 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£22,990

Finance available £452 pm

2L
17.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Six Ways Car Sales LTD

01554701631 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 8 GTI 2.0 TSI 245PS 7-speed DSG 5 Door Automatic

Low Mileage

£30,475

2L
11.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Capitol Volkswagen Merthyr Tydfil

01685701249 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

Reduced

£6,500

Finance available £123 pm

1.6L
81.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Clives Autos Quayside

01206482938 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (150ps) Style EVO + 18' DALLAS + KEYLESS + REAR

Low Mileage

£19,243

1.5L
20.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,989

Finance available £246 pm

2L
82.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Grand Motors Stockport Ltd

01614139892 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) - 17IN ALL

Low Mileage

£19,031

Finance available £378 pm

1.5L
22.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Towcester

01327221488 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 1.9 TDI PD Sport Estate 5dr Diesel Manual (149 g/km, 130 bhp)

Low Mileage

£3,990

1.9L
72.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Swift Cars south Wales Ltd

01495369894 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.0 TSI 115 Match Edition 5dr

£12,495

Finance available £257 pm

1L
54.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SMV MOTORS

02892791555 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£5,995

1.6L
94.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Platform 1 Motor Co

01823214535 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£17,450

Finance available £338 pm

2L
67.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Wynford Williams Car Sales

01970600150 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.0 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,400

Finance available £277 pm

1L
45.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Volkswagen Golf(66) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT R-Line Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,995

58.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
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ARJ MOTORS

01932507141 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 1.6 Tdi Bluemotion Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 s/s 105 Ps

Low Mileage

£4,995

1.6L
68.3K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

EMG Motor Group Duxford

01223650664 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£23,499

Finance available £462 pm

1.5L
19.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Riverside BYD

01924927456 *

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 3dr DSG

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