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.

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Volkswagen Golf2016 (58) - 2.0 TFSI GTI Pirelli Edition DSG 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,950

Finance available £356 pm

2L
97.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hamilton Grays Ltd

07816430599 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr DSG Automatic ULEZ Hpi Clear

£6,499

Finance available £123 pm

1.4L
120.0K
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Simply Motors

02081500946 *

Volkswagen Golf(20) - 2.0 TSI R Estate 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

£20,000

61.0K
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Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 Golf GTi TSi Semi-Auto 5dr

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£26,950

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39.9K
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torquepoint

01908765737 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Auto 5dr

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£8,395

Finance available £165 pm

14.6K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Cabriolet 2dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (140 ps

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,200

Finance available £317 pm

1.4L
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Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

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Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£13,690

1.6L
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Hatchback

UK WHEELS LIMITED

02039537447 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr Manual

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£18,990

1.5L
24.9K
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02890022273 *

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

£34,599

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2L
10.9K
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Hatchback

Motorpoint Oldbury

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Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG

£17,149

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1.4L
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cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

£24,949

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A1 Ortos

01613887641 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,990

Finance available £268 pm

1.4L
30.9K
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Hatchback

Motor Gurus

01144780031 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

1.6L
74.9K
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Hatchback

SR Motors

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Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 3dr

£6,795

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1.4L
133.5K
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RTM MOTORS CARDIFF

02920025017 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£25,476

Finance available £503 pm

2L
28.6K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Kingsbridge

01904237124 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line Edition 5dr DSG

£17,299

Finance available £364 pm

1.5L
45.2K
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Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

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4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£16,099

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1.4L
65.7K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£24,298

1.5L
20.0
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen/MG (Rutherglen)

01414839932 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£24,950

Finance available £492 pm

2L
37.1K
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Turbo Cars

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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 (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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