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.

5,234 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2005 (05) - 2.0T GTI 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,395

2L
149.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Y S Motors

01494928876 *

3.6/5 Stars

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

Reduced

£9,999

1.5L
26.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Prestige Motoring Group

01215160648 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.0 TSI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£10,699

1L
75.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AL PRESTIGE CARS LTD

02380017157 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (85 ps)

Low Mileage

£7,560

1.2L
47.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Jacksons Motor Group

01905958963 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG [Leather]

£5,995

2L
107.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Westgate Motor Centre

01274089104 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£6,490

Finance available £123 pm

2L
120.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Change My Car Limited

01215160969 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£23,850

1.5L
14.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evans Halshaw Ford Lincoln

01522440298 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 p

£11,000

2L
80.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Carbase - Weston

01934313340 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£11,450

Finance available £233 pm

1.5L
93.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Windmill Autos Ltd

01767661305 *

Volkswagen Golf(63) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (140 p

Low Mileage

£8,949

41.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Estate 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£13,999

1.5L
53.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

HPL Motors Oldham

01612416881 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.6L
85.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Broadland Cars Limited

01603337181 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,850

Finance available £175 pm

2L
90.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

JJ CAR CENTRE LTD

01704335404 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

2L
99.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

College Gate Motors

01215165153 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT R-Line Edition Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro

£10,500

Finance available £208 pm

1.4L
80.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ponko

01223857211 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen GolfMODERN CLASSIC GOLF GTI 1.8 AUTOMATIC ONLY * 14000 MILES * ONE OWNER

£7,999

1.8L
14.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Car Warehouse

01642937563 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) 1 Owner / Low

Low Mileage

£20,250

Finance available £395 pm

2L
37.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Cartime Bury

01613887693 *

4.4/5 Stars

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

Reduced

£2,495

1.6L
127.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

BROOKE CARS M65 LIMITED

01254457250 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - S Tsi Bluemotion Technology Dsg

Reduced

£7,995

1.2L
68.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Station Ltd

01992367374 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,491

Finance available £190 pm

1.6L
86.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Greenaway Autos Ltd

02921674404 *

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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