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 Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£22,998

Finance available £452 pm

1.5L
17.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Newcastle BYD

01916071118 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£19,999

Finance available £412 pm

1.5L
29.9K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch

01412601480 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (110 ps)

Low Mileage

£7,493

1.6L
61.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

REVS (automotive) Limited

01205332693 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - VOLKSWAGEN GOLF VII ESTATE 1.2 TSI DSG ULEZ 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,390

1.2L
46.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

The Left Hand Drive Place

01256679126 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2001 (Y) - 1.4 S 3dr

Low Mileage

£1,850

1.4L
71.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MAJESTIC JOURNEYS LTD

01753387030 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line Edition 5dr DSG

£17,449

Finance available £356 pm

1.5L
46.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch

02039577378 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

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£12,995

2L
75.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AQS CAR SPECIALISTS

01733306260 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Automatic 5-Door

Low Mileage

£10,995

1.4L
27.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Ian Thomson Car Sales LTD

01343610884 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£16,397

1.5L
37.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Southampton

02380017658 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245

£17,499

1.4L
53.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

HPL Motors Oldham

01612416881 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£17,495

Finance available £339 pm

2L
71.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

H and M Cars Ltd

07921081064 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Reduced

£13,695

Finance available £284 pm

1.5L
38.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Leigh Cars Ltd

01702837558 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2.0 GTI DSG (DCC) 5-Door

Low Mileage

£13,950

39.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Eden Car Sales Ltd

02893447216 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 GT Edition 5dr

Reduced

£9,950

Finance available £200 pm

1.6L
101.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Auto Pro X

02895908086 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Estate 5dr Petrol DSG 4MOTION Euro 6 (s/s) (300 p

Reduced

£13,795

Finance available £286 pm

2L
95.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

MSR PRESTIGE LTD

01254919241 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£13,899

Finance available £271 pm

1.5L
56.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 2.0 TSI 333 R Black Edition 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£51,000

2L
521.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Loughborough

01509274556 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£25,495

Finance available £503 pm

2L
41.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Loughbeg Motors Services & Sales

02894339824 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 Tsi R Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 s/s 150 Ps

Low Mileage

£21,499

1.5L
21.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Tustain Motors Berwick

01289543249 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,519

2L
8.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

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 Present)

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 (2016 to 2020)

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
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

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