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.

5,266 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£6,350

Finance available £120 pm

2L
100.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

QPX Wheels

01616965741 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (130ps) Style | Travel Assist | Light & Sigh

£15,490

Finance available £298 pm

1.5L
55.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 2.0 GT SPORT TDI DSG (AUTO) SILVER FULL GTI REP FSH FULLY LOADED 5-Door

Low Mileage

£2,495

2L
140.1K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

FA Tyre Services TA A41 Cars

01296254874 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1.6L
61.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Elite Autos NI

02890023616 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,480

1.5L
33.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dace Car Supermarket

01616945306 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s

Reduced

£12,495

Finance available £257 pm

1.6L
17.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Leeds Motor Company (Burley place)

01134675316 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,998

1.5L
12.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Sydenham

01414839958 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - TSI R 20 Years 5-Door

£39,995

Finance available £801 pm

2L
11.6K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Nick Bonar Cars

02893440727 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 TDI 110 SE 5dr

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
113.1K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

EAZY CARS HASLINGDEN LTD

01706391404 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 5-Door

Low Mileage

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
57.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

NATIONAL VEHICLE SUPPLIERS LTD

01182270649 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 2.0 TDi 140 SE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

2L
83.4K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Albion Road Motor Co

01843441081 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

£19,500

1.5L
29.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Perrys Burnley Vauxhall

01282501812 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (74) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£26,995

Finance available £534 pm

1.5L
1.3K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Rodden Road Cars

01373481367 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,995

Finance available £411 pm

2L
41.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Grayswood Cars

01428771375 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,880

Finance available £221 pm

1.4L
72.4K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Traders

02037808158 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG Automatic

£21,500

2L
49.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

01452227271 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (10) - 1.6 TDI S 5dr

£2,850

1.6L
150.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Motor City Sales Ltd

01494312056 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,100

Finance available £335 pm

1.5L
15.6K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Wimbledon

02038235453 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£26,949

Finance available £568 pm

2L
21.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Castleford

01977800692 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match 5-Door

£4,495

Finance available £78 pm

1.6L
130.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

The Caristocrat

01273093588 *

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 2016)

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 5dr DSG

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