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 Golf2015 (64) - 1.6 MATCH TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5d 103 BHP 5-Door

£4,950

1.6L
104.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

QPX Wheels

01616965741 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.4 TSI SE BLUEMOTION 5-Door

£7,499

1.4L
94.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bexhill Motors Dorset Road

01424230370 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - Hatch R-Line 1.5 eTSI 150ps 7-Speed DSG 5 Door Auto

£30,246

1.5L
2.6K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Milton Keynes

01908926622 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.6 TDI Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,490

Finance available £289 pm

1.6L
38.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Estate

Penton Citroen Salisbury

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

Low Mileage

£7,194

2L
84.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£9,795

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1.6L
28.8K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Top Gear Harrow Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match MPV 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) Automatic

Low Mileage

£13,895

1.5L
45.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
People Carrier

Sinclair Direct Bridgend

01656339498 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 2.0 TSI GTI 3dr DSG

Low Mileage

£7,999

2L
96.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Caru Automotive

01384883988 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT R-Line Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro

Low Mileage

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

1.4L
44.9K
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Manual
Hatchback

Leeds Motor Company (Burley place)

01134675316 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - MK7 Facelift 1.5 TSI (150ps) Match Ed EVO 5-Door

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£15,393

1.5L
29.1K
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Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

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Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£6,795

1.6L
93.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Paradise Motors

01366310982 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps

Low Mileage

£9,900

Finance available £199 pm

1.6L
60.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Hammond Cars Ipswich

01473927579 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - VOLKSWAGEN GOLF MATCH TSI EVO 5-Door

Low Mileage

£14,500

Finance available £289 pm

1.5L
32.6K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dales Renault Summercourt

01872301822 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,700

Finance available £294 pm

1.5L
38.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 Golf Life TSi 5dr

£13,995

1.5L
42.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Culloden Car Sales

01463216019 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,995

1.6L
97.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Lewis Wood Bros Limited

01670339820 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 p

£11,990

Finance available £246 pm

2L
80.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Compact Car Centre Ltd

01216615579 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI S Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,700

Finance available £172 pm

1.4L
82.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Star Cars London

02037726236 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr

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£10,000

1.4L
60.6K
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Hatchback

Hamlet Cars

01707932620 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£26,490

2L
13.1K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Worcester

01902240177 *

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 (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 3dr DSG

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