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 Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG

£18,799

Finance available £386 pm

1.4L
37.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2005 (05) - 1.9 SE TDI 3dr

Low Mileage

£2,395

1.9L
45.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Car4U Motors Ltd

01212707246 *

Volkswagen Golf2000 (X) - 2.0

Low Mileage

£2,995

2L
54.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

Mintys Car Sales Ltd

01843269124 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 SE TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5d 148 BHP 5-Door

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

2L
111.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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01313226854 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.4L
86.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01455241730 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

2L
99.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

C M Car Sales

01773303785 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£25,199

Finance available £530 pm

1.4L
11.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Newport

01633493027 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£10,195

Finance available £205 pm

2L
93.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

ZH AUTOS LIMITED

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£15,990

Finance available £335 pm

2L
54.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Estate

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01603512116 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.0 TSI Active 5dr

£16,488

Finance available £346 pm

1L
45.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Renault Retail Group Swansea

01792986158 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£6,750

Finance available £128 pm

2L
120.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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02866330744 *

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

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
75.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Quality Car Sales

01924667062 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.6 S 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,900

Finance available £65 pm

1.6L
56.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Staines Motors LTD

01784779334 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI (150ps) R-Line EVO 5-Door

£23,149

Finance available £435 pm

1.5L
8.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI 150 GT Edition 5dr

£6,475

Finance available £122 pm

1.4L
127.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sandwell Car Sales

01215160845 *

Volkswagen Golf1.2L PETROL

Low Mileage

£4,790

Finance available £85 pm

45.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Jan London Trade Ltd

01217288705 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£24,721

2L
29.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Newbury

01635959570 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

1.2L
61.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

River Autos Limited

02039577470 *

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

£51,000

2L
521.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Loughborough

01509274556 *

Volkswagen Golf2006 (06) - 3.2 V6 R32 4MOTION 5dr Manual

Reduced

£10,950

Finance available £222 pm

3.2L
50.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

St Andrews Autos

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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 (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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