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 Golf2018 - MK7 Facelift 2.0 TSI GTI Performance DSG 5DR. 26080 MILES Automatic

Low Mileage

£22,990

Finance available £452 pm

2L
26.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Crowsons of Spalding

01775660387 *

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

£12,985

2L
99.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Steel City Sport & Prestige

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Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Reduced

£12,490

Finance available £257 pm

2L
61.8K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Ideal Car Centre

01617904497 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,000

1.5L
32.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

M&T Motor Company

01635917220 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2003 (03) - 1.6 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,895

1.6L
126.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

F&d MOTOR GROUP LIMITED

01274089113 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,330

Finance available £164 pm

1.2L
51.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wembley Prestige Cars

02037803372 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£20,995

Finance available £411 pm

2L
46.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Precision Motor Group

02039537318 *

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

Reduced

£17,290

Finance available £349 pm

1.5L
32.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Penton Citroen and DS Poole

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Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£23,498

1.5L
17.0
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Exeter

01414839930 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDi 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,295

Finance available £74 pm

1.6L
67.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Rutherglen Motor Company

01414049997 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.0 TSI Match DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,190

Finance available £250 pm

1L
57.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

UK WHEELS LIMITED

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£23,498

1.5L
17.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Bathgate

01506353072 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - BLUEMOTION Automatic

Reduced

£10,500

Finance available £212 pm

1.4L
41.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Riviera Japanese Imports

01803224925 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,484

Finance available £346 pm

1.5L
26.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Co

01616945324 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,800

1.5L
33.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Loughborough

01509274556 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 GT TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5d 114 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£10,990

1.6L
63.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Formula One Car Centre

01324374133 *

1.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2006 (06) - GTI 2.0 TFSI HATCHBACK PETROL MANUAL 3 DOOR 198PS RARE 3 DOOR-40K MILES

Low Mileage

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

2L
40.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Smiley Car & Commercial Ltd

01206580387 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT R-Line Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6

£11,495

Finance available £234 pm

1.4L
83.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

WMGB

01278550715 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TDI GTD BlueLine DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,495

Finance available £339 pm

2L
71.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Just Audi VW

01522459180 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

£10,150

Finance available £204 pm

1.6L
88.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Campbell Trade Sales

02890023194 *

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

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1.5 TSI 204 Style eHybrid 5dr DSG
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1.0 TSI Life 5dr
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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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Volkswagen Golf2006 (06) - GTI 2.0 TFSI HATCHBACK PETROL MANUAL 3 DOOR 198PS RARE 3 DOOR-40K MILES