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.

5,140 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2025 (63) - TSI 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,795

Finance available £152 pm

1.4L
76.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

LONDON MOTORS&MOTORS LTD

01753291085 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.2 TSI S 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,999

Finance available £134 pm

1.2L
57.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Thornbury Car Centre

01454800976 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,743

Finance available £309 pm

1.5L
23.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Mountsorrel

01162165589 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.6 TDI SE DSG Euro 5 5dr

Reduced

£4,499

Finance available £78 pm

1.6L
74.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Auto Planet Ltd

01908767440 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£8,490

2L
84.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

FJ Chalke Nissan Yeovil

01935311784 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

£12,795

Finance available £264 pm

1.6L
69.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Brendan Campbell & Sons

02887441406 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,000

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
135.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Fame Cars Limited

01216474010 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 Golf GT BlueMotion Technology TDI 5dr

£5,395

Finance available £98 pm

2L
129.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cuxton Road Car Sales

01634959364 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition 5-Door

£6,000

Finance available £112 pm

1.6L
118.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Bargain Cars and Vans

01213872408 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£23,541

1.5L
21.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Reading

01189077016 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.0 TSI Life 5-Door

£16,697

Finance available £337 pm

1L
18.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Barnsley

01226448498 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£16,450

Finance available £345 pm

1.5L
65.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

DC Motor Company Ltd

07436536342 *

Volkswagen Golf(62) - 1.4 TSI GT DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,989

Finance available £156 pm

48.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Auto Investments UK Ltd

01162165682 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match 5dr

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
85.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Lakeland Cars (NI) Ltd

02890023697 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.0 TSI 115 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,909

1L
27.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Superstore Derby

01252960119 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion Tech Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,495

1.6L
88.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Mark Ross Motors

02892441151 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr DSG

£14,500

Finance available £302 pm

2L
80.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Brown Cars

02890023186 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 Golf R 4WD 3dr

£9,995

2L
100.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Nathan Cottam Ltd

01492550719 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 2.0 TSI R Black Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (333

£41,495

Finance available £832 pm

2L
7.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evolve Motor Company

01633741704 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI Match 5dr

£5,990

Finance available £111 pm

2L
110.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

All Cars Group Ta ACG Motors

01613887664 *

4.8/5 Stars

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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