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.

5,350 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£17,043

1.5L
19.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Huddersfield

01484501073 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,977

1.5L
12.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£22,049

Finance available £461 pm

1.4L
26.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Castleford

01977800692 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,990

Finance available £268 pm

2L
96.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Noble Motors

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Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps

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£5,595

Finance available £103 pm

1.6L
97.6K
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Hatchback

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01748906162 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£16,100

Finance available £286 pm

1.5L
29.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,795

1.5L
30.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£9,750

Finance available £196 pm

2L
82.2K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

CMC Car Sales

02890022261 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Active 5dr

£16,099

Finance available £337 pm

1.5L
33.8K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FOW Trafford

01616969155 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (30

Low Mileage

£18,450

Finance available £358 pm

2L
42.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Kenny Murray Cars Ltd

01346410131 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£20,499

2L
50.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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01772957419 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI SE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£12,500

Finance available £257 pm

2L
17.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Eastwoods Ltd

01252916819 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£16,950

Finance available £356 pm

2L
54.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Todds of Campsie

02871220972 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£7,450

Finance available £144 pm

1.6L
98.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

SM Auto Sales

02890026930 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr DSG TOP SPEC

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
75.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Quality Car Sales

01924667062 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,990

1.5L
47.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

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Volkswagen Golf2019 (Z7) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) 1 FORM

Reduced

£14,795

1.5L
23.3K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Lancaster

01524938891 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 (08) - 3.2 V6 R32 4MOTION 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

3.2L
71.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Derbyshire Performance

01332419213 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (13

£9,495

Finance available £190 pm

1.5L
86.2K
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Hatchback

GMC 2000

01134680586 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - TSI EVO GT 5-Door

£10,695

1.5L
79.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Estate

McCarthy Cars Ltd

02038895516 *

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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