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 Golf2017 (67) - 1.0 TSI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,999

Finance available £290 pm

1L
22.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Top Rides Group Ltd

01296324588 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (14

Reduced

£6,355

1.4L
102.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

South & West Motors Ltd

01225613057 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI GTE Advance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£14,717

1.4L
52.1K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Milton Keynes

01908926622 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (20

£12,408

1.4L
83.7K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carworld Superstore

01733978043 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,350

1.6L
83.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Brian McManus Car Sales Ltd

02890021675 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

£6,795

Finance available £129 pm

1.4L
96.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

RTM MOTORS CARDIFF

02920025017 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Estate Diesel Euro 6 (110 ps) 5-Door

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.6L
112.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

M J Autos

01217288644 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps)

Low Mileage

£7,642

1.6L
66.8K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,499

1.5L
130.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Zone

01606539547 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI Style Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£17,200

Finance available £355 pm

2L
37.9K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Sheffield

01145510576 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 Golf R 20 Years TSI 4Motion SA 4WD 5dr

£35,888

Finance available £717 pm

2L
23.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Penny Hill Motors

01276538675 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 GT TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG 5d 148 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£13,000

2L
51.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Bob Davies Car Sales

01495362191 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£29,995

Finance available £596 pm

1.4L
99.0
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Phillips (Lisburn) Ltd

02892791480 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£26,576

2L
7.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Audi Bexley

02038895332 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£16,990

Finance available £343 pm

1.5L
32.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Penton Peugeot Poole

01202117019 *

Volkswagen Golf2004 (04) - 1.6 SE FSI 5dr

Low Mileage

£995

1.6L
130.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

KSM BHAM LTD

01217288727 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,895

Finance available £199 pm

1.6L
50.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Campbell Trade Sales

02890023194 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion Tech SE 5dr

£4,995

1.6L
149.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Lowes of Larne Ltd

02828440130 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr

£15,895

Finance available £333 pm

2L
79.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

iGEN Autos

02890023662 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI S Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,950

Finance available £200 pm

1.4L
64.8K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Riverside Volvo Doncaster

01302248798 *

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 (2016 to 2020)

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
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

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