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.

5,208 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£17,099

Finance available £352 pm

2L
30.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Manchester

01614139868 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG ++ DAB / BLUETOOTH / SENSORS / CLIMATE / ULEZ ++

Low Mileage

£11,770

Finance available £241 pm

2L
60.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Nick King Car Sales (Gloucester)

01452227299 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) - 17IN ALL

£15,495

Finance available £304 pm

1.5L
72.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Durham

01388217377 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (220 ps)

Low Mileage

£12,180

2L
77.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Automatic Motors Ltd

01895546521 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,498

1.5L
20.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414736428 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2006 (56) - 2.0 TDI Sport 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,995

2L
119.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

IAC Cars Ltd

01962670201 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

1.6L
96.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Newport Motor Company

01566700819 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG [Nav]

Low Mileage

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

2L
58.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

M.J.S Cars LTD

02890023227 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - MK8 Hatchback 5Dr 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line EVo DSG Automatic

Low Mileage

£23,600

1.5L
10.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

01452227271 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech S Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,599

Finance available £147 pm

1.4L
72.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cars Hub

01753915480 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 35.8kWh e-Golf Auto 5dr

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

51.4K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

DERWENT MOTORS LTD

01332414504 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,411

Finance available £300 pm

2L
79.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Horsepower Motor Centre Ltd

01732927681 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,395

Finance available £210 pm

2L
56.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Harvey One Motors

01793268069 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,450

Finance available £144 pm

1.4L
92.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Poolstock Car Sales Limited

01942597424 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
99.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Premier Car Sales Ltd

01772285710 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s)

Low Mileage

£15,099

2L
59.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Durham

01388217377 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,300

Finance available £265 pm

1.5L
20.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£23,849

Finance available £495 pm

1.5L
11.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 - 3.2 Golf R32 4WD 3dr

Low Mileage

£14,000

Finance available £290 pm

56.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FS Performance Ltd

01582280332 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£16,290

Finance available £342 pm

1.5L
37.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Farnham Volkswagen

01252916356 *

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 5dr DSG

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