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.

5,267 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - Life 1.5 TSI 115ps 6-Speed Manual 5 Door

Low Mileage

£24,995

1.5L
1.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Specialist Cars Volkswagen Kirkcaldy

01592805181 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG SEMI-AUTO

Low Mileage

£23,196

1.5L
9.6K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

TrustFord Epsom

01372231864 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£32,000

2L
7.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245

Low Mileage

£21,200

Finance available £442 pm

1.4L
13.6K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£11,499

Finance available £220 pm

1.5L
58.7K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.0 TSI Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,795

Finance available £152 pm

1L
63.5K
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Hatchback

Wednesbury Carsale

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4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD 3-Door

£5,995

2L
154.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

NATIONAL VEHICLE SUPPLIERS LTD

01182270649 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.0 TSI Active 5dr Manual

£16,000

Finance available £315 pm

1L
36.1K
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Manual
Hatchback

D M Keith Kia Leeds

01133220245 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG

£18,578

2L
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s)

£13,199

Finance available £273 pm

1.5L
66.0K
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Hatchback

Rangebrook Limited

01926352097 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£25,800

Finance available £509 pm

2L
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Hatchback

Kingsbridge

01904237124 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£16,995

Finance available £288 pm

1.5L
46.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Adam Erwin

02894338792 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,400

Finance available £255 pm

2L
91.6K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£15,495

Finance available £264 pm

1.5L
42.6K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,600

Finance available £280 pm

1.5L
60.9K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD BlueLine 5dr DSG

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
102.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Misbourne Motor Group

01494296061 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG Auto with Apple Carplay

Reduced

£19,899

2L
19.9K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Invicta Doves Horsham

01403338915 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£8,295

Finance available £163 pm

1.4L
84.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Harpers of Essex Ltd

01279598863 *

3.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

2L
84.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Point Road Cars

02895908334 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£23,290

2L
18.4K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Stratstone MINI Doncaster

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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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