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 Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£19,498

1.5L
19.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Dundee Vauxhall / Fiat / Abarth

01382768498 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match 5-Door

£6,000

Finance available £112 pm

1.4L
119.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Toto Motors Ltd

01616727281 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

1.6L
115.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

RTM MOTORS CARDIFF

02920025017 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,495

Finance available £234 pm

1.6L
64.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Livingstone Motor Group Cranswick

01377310203 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - AUTOMATIC GOLF 1.4 L petrol 5-Door

Low Mileage

£6,250

Finance available £117 pm

28.5K
Miles
Not Supplied
Automatic
Hatchback

A7 Cars Ltd

01164787049 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - S Tsi Bluemotion Technology Dsg

Low Mileage

£8,250

1.2L
68.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Station Ltd

01992367374 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG Auto

£20,811

2L
55.3K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Nissan Doncaster

01302245278 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,700

Finance available £369 pm

1.5L
22.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Norwich

01603567768 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,150

Finance available £249 pm

2L
64.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Planet Watford

01923927636 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
64.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

DMS Prestige Limited

01992661584 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 (58) - 1.9 TDI SE Euro 4 5dr

£1,999

1.9L
182.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Barry Bangers

02922679524 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG (SAT NAV, CLIMATE, CRUISE)

Reduced

£26,488

2L
27.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Jeff White Motors

02920028289 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - GTI CLUBSPORT 45 5-Door

Reduced

£32,495

Finance available £647 pm

2L
9.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Meridian Motors Limited

01506376846 *

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

Low Mileage

£15,298

1.5L
43.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark MG (Bishopbriggs)

01414736414 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

£9,599

52.2K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Cartime Bury

01613887693 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£4,190

Finance available £71 pm

1.6L
104.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Town Autos

01234987579 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI S Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps)

£10,995

1.4L
67.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Luton Trade Centre

01582280724 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,298

1.5L
17.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI SE 5dr

£3,795

Finance available £62 pm

2L
126.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Amayr Car Sales

02920028833 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.4 TSI SE Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,500

Finance available £56 pm

1.4L
101.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Essex Select Cars Ltd

01206583604 *

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 (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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