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.

5,166 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

£22,498

1.5L
13.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Greenock

01475601914 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE SAT NAV £0 ROAD TAX **12 MONTHS WARRANT 5-Door

£5,495

1.6L
155.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

GY Cars LTD

01472806818 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Reduced

£23,888

Finance available £470 pm

2L
14.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Shelbourne AutoSelect Newry

02830441493 *

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 Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.4L
129.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CKB Cars

02894330177 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (63) - 2.0 TSI R Cabriolet DSG Euro 5 2dr

Low Mileage

£9,295

Finance available £185 pm

2L
80.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

Cotswolds Cars and Commercials Ltd

07860560059 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (62) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

Reduced

£5,295

Finance available £96 pm

1.4L
87.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

S G Motors

01482426593 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.2 TSI 105 S 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£7,000

Finance available £134 pm

1.2L
58.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Cleland Car Sales

01698539229 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - TSI BlueMotion Tech S 5-Door

Low Mileage

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.2L
68.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Imperial Motor Company Limited

01732443737 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 - 2.0T GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£8,950

Finance available £178 pm

2L
44.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Valley Cars and Classics Ltd

01488500852 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£19,450

Finance available £379 pm

2L
80.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

JRS Commercials & Cars

02887441404 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI S Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£9,500

Finance available £190 pm

1.6L
80.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

BuyBuyCar Ltd

01134689397 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£12,349

Finance available £246 pm

1.4L
53.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Active DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,200

Finance available £317 pm

1.5L
67.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Life Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps) Manual

£11,890

Finance available £243 pm

2L
93.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Days Cardiff

02920021261 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,250

Finance available £229 pm

2L
72.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

CAR HOUSE OF BRITIAN LTD

01614139885 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(09) - 3.2 V6 R32 4Motion 3dr

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

55.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

Dereham Motor Company ltd

01362700376 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,500

Finance available £346 pm

1.6L
32.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

S. McPeake & Sons Ltd

02879440947 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (62) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£2,495

1.6L
127.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Motor Express

07305693901 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG 5dr

Low Mileage

£26,700

Finance available £528 pm

2L
22.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Turners of Roborough

01752427448 *

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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