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 Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,450

Finance available £189 pm

2L
108.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Performa Motors Limited

01733794291 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

£15,895

1.5L
53.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Perrys Canterbury Vauxhall

01227203980 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.4 TSI 160 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£850

1.4L
110.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

L&T Cars Ltd

02039112053 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Highline DSG Auto ULEZ LEATHER 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,395

Finance available £165 pm

1.4L
60.2K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Bros Motors

01613887634 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (14) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG

£9,295

Finance available £185 pm

2L
112.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Prosper Autos Ltd

01282501861 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (130ps) Life EVO Manual

Low Mileage

£20,675

1.5L
5.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Capitol Volkswagen Merthyr Tydfil

01685701249 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

£11,295

Finance available £230 pm

2L
104.9K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

RB Cars

01989551050 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£14,603

1.5L
53.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Lincoln

01522467379 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr

£28,049

Finance available £592 pm

2L
19.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Burnley

01282504324 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.4 TSI 13kWh Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,495

Finance available £346 pm

1.4L
46.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrights Motors

01366310748 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5-Door

£24,500

Finance available £483 pm

2L
37.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Moneva Group Ltd

01253542219 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,400

Finance available £277 pm

1.5L
90.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

Reduced

£12,988

Finance available £268 pm

2L
92.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

BJH Motors & Sons (Rainbow Hill)

01905676573 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

Reduced

£15,994

Finance available £335 pm

2L
57.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MSC MOTORS LTD

01782917198 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 2.0 TSI 265 GTI 5dr DSG

Reduced

£34,995

Finance available £698 pm

2L
1.5K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Basingstoke Volkswagen

01256634772 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 2.0 TDi 140 BlueMotion Tech GT 5dr [Leather]

£2,795

2L
130.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Chapel Hill Motors

01484506279 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 0l 5-Door

Low Mileage

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1.2L
46.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars4You Edinburgh West

01313226854 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

£32,000

2L
10.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Leeds

01134676309 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 Golf SE BlueMotion Technology TDI 5dr

£5,470

2L
103.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

RallySport Automotive Limited

01206489764 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(67) - 2.0 TSI 310 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£24,300

Finance available £479 pm

30.2K
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Petrol
Automatic
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Richard Nash Cars Ltd

01603931816 *

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 Present)

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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