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.

5,132 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 5-Door

Low Mileage

£15,999

Finance available £335 pm

2L
51.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Chastons Motor Company Limited

01495360311 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,295

Finance available £332 pm

1.5L
27.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Range Liverpool

01515417938 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£25,600

Finance available £438 pm

2L
30.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Peterborough

01733971423 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.4 TSI GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,695

1.4L
28.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Honda York

01904917722 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£17,899

Finance available £366 pm

2L
30.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.2 TSI 105 S 5dr DSG ULEZ

Low Mileage

£8,290

Finance available £163 pm

1.2L
49.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

The Left Hand Drive Place

01256679126 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Launch 3-Door

£3,950

Finance available £66 pm

2L
80.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

South West Salvage Ltd

01684211370 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£21,989

Finance available £431 pm

2L
54.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Stonebrook Motors

01932502422 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£15,995

1.5L
45.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall SKODA Northampton

01604343534 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 Golf TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI 5-Door

Low Mileage

£16,995

2L
45.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Woodcroft Motors

01642030069 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Reduced

£20,498

2L
21.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Wigan)

01942597310 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

Reduced

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.4L
39.7K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

LA Car Sales

01143089109 *

Volkswagen Golf2002 (02) - 20v turbo

Low Mileage

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.8L
61.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

The Cornish Car Co

01208222378 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps) Manual

Low Mileage

£11,495

1.4L
55.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sherwoods Citroen Gateshead

01918146400 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£27,495

Finance available £544 pm

2L
4.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Fleetwise

02890022201 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,790

Finance available £263 pm

1.5L
102.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Estate

P & M Car Sales Limited

02038730465 *

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 Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,999

Finance available £350 pm

1.5L
17.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Manchester

01614139868 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 MATCH EDITION TSI DSG BMT 5d 124 BHP 5-Door

£11,990

1.4L
73.1K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Formula 1 Car Supermarket

01324464853 *

2.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 5-Door

Low Mileage

£18,995

Finance available £370 pm

1.5L
33.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Elgin Autos

01343610498 *

5/5 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 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 (2016 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 / 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

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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