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.

5,149 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£4,500

Finance available £78 pm

2L
127.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Lamberts Used Car Sales ltd

01392344504 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (56) - 1.6 Match FSI 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,500

1.6L
116.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Geneva Motors Harlow

01279212108 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Style 5dr

£16,250

Finance available £341 pm

2L
61.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Roy Hanna Motors

02894338774 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 p

Low Mileage

£9,595

Finance available £192 pm

2L
77.1K
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Hatchback

Kirkham Part Ex Centre

01772348362 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 S 5dr -FSH WITH TIMING BELT-

Low Mileage

£8,490

1.6L
58.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Glasshoughton Car Sales

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Volkswagen Golf2013 (62) - 1.6 SE TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5DR Manual

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£5,000

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
103.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

GMP Cars

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Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5-Door

£15,997

Finance available £322 pm

1.5L
42.1K
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Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Birmingham

01215165158 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

Reduced

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
109.0K
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Automatic
Hatchback

I A PERFORMANCE 78 LTD TA EX POLICE CARS

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

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£15,895

Finance available £346 pm

1.5L
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Hatchback

Motor Range Liverpool

01515417938 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI 5-Door

£16,999

Finance available £357 pm

2L
73.1K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.0 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,250

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1L
47.5K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Stevenage

01438584759 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.6 TDI Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£11,899

Finance available £229 pm

1.6L
49.5K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£23,999

1.5L
6.2K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Superstore Derby

01252960119 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Reduced

£14,999

Finance available £306 pm

1.5L
38.5K
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Hatchback

Motorpoint Burnley

01282504324 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Life DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
50.8K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Greenlight Automotive Ltd

01254920838 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Launch Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s)

Low Mileage

£14,000

Finance available £290 pm

2L
44.1K
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Manual
Hatchback

Hammond Cars Great Yarmouth

01493806041 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

2L
77.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
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Mexus

02037639082 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,989

Finance available £156 pm

1.5L
122.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorhub

01535281058 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

£14,000

Finance available £290 pm

2L
68.5K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

Euro UK Motors LTD

01582280667 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (60) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.4L
112.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

White Rose Cars

01134676154 *

0/5 Stars

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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