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.

5,138 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

£22,298

1.5L
14.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414736428 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£10,499

Finance available £212 pm

1.6L
88.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Empressive Motor Company

01865591236 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£17,995

Finance available £349 pm

1.5L
53.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Crawford Clarke Cars

02890022258 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Auto

£20,587

1.5L
37.9K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.0 TSI Active 5dr

£16,399

Finance available £334 pm

1L
42.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01482697731 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - R-LINE 2.0 TDI BLUEMOTION TECH 5-Door

Low Mileage

£10,950

Finance available £222 pm

2L
57.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Affordable Cars Carlisle

01228273207 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG [Nav]

Low Mileage

£21,000

Finance available £411 pm

2L
20.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Richard Nash Cars Ltd

01603931816 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,008

1.5L
11.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 TDI GT (Leather) DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,780

Finance available £151 pm

2L
65.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Beep Beep Cars Ltd

01913232953 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Auto

£18,651

1.5L
34.6K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

Marshall Volkswagen Barnstaple

01271443056 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£19,589

1.5L
30.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall MINI Bournemouth

01202099922 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (12) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,395

Finance available £299 pm

2L
64.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cleveland Vehicle Sales Ltd

01642424874 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 3dr

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.6L
88.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Fairview Autos

01689669464 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

£23,650

Finance available £465 pm

2L
33.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Saxton 4x4

01245202306 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT Edition 5dr DSG

Reduced

£19,998

1.5L
15.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Doncaster)

01302986692 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Clubsport 40 Hatchback 3dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s

Low Mileage

£25,000

Finance available £493 pm

2L
38.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Stringers of Petersfield

01730779314 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

Reduced

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
64.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ideal Car Centre Ltd

01902544596 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

Low Mileage

£10,990

Finance available £223 pm

31.3K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

MD Cars

01327222386 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£22,491

1.4L
20.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - TSI GT 2-Door

£4,195

Finance available £71 pm

1.4L
114.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

Liverpool Car Sales

01515411145 *

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 (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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Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT Edition 5dr DSG

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Clubsport 40 Hatchback 3dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s

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

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

Volkswagen Golf2014 - TSI GT 2-Door

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