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.

5,149 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2024 - MK8 Hatchback 5Dr 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line EVo DSG Automatic

Low Mileage

£26,500

1.5L
4.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bath

01225617306 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 2.0 TDI GT DSG Euro 5 5dr

£2,495

2L
203.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

EASICARS SUPERMARKET

02039375174 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£6,000

1.4L
23.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Left Hand Drive Place

01256679126 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr

£15,495

Finance available £324 pm

2L
84.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Lakeland Cars (NI) Ltd

02890023697 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 3dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (30

Low Mileage

£14,296

2L
76.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.0 TSI SE Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,332

Finance available £186 pm

1L
75.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

STATION SPECIALIST CARS LTD

07999300826 *

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

£12,100

Finance available £248 pm

2L
91.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 1.4 S 80 5dr [AC]

Reduced

£1,299

1.4L
105.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Flash Carz

01753387047 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£35,998

2L
12.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Exeter

01414839930 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr DSG

£9,495

Finance available £190 pm

2L
108.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Meridian Motors Limited

01506376846 *

Volkswagen Golf2006 - 2.0 TFSI GTI Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual (189 g/km, 198 bhp)

Low Mileage

£5,000

2L
119.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MotorZone

01536211985 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,998

1.5L
24.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Stafford Motorstore / Vanstore / Electric Innovation Centre

01785550896 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.0 TSI 110 SE [Nav] 5dr

£10,498

1L
70.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Peugeot (Kilmarnock)

01563591754 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.0 TSI (110ps) Life Manual

Low Mileage

£16,000

1L
19.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bath

01225617306 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

£20,900

Finance available £409 pm

2L
71.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Sales NI Ltd

02882440438 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (59) - Golf Se Tdi 5-Door

£1,995

1.6L
145.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Atlantic Motorzone Ltd

01782986888 *

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

Low Mileage

£9,495

Finance available £190 pm

1.6L
35.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Wednesbury Carsale

01217288861 *

4.5/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£6,990

1.6L
86.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Preseli Car Sales

01834820915 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,500

Finance available £101 pm

2L
80.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

George's Autobarn Limited

01780437774 *

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

Low Mileage

£8,695

Finance available £172 pm

1.4L
71.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Smithee & Son Ltd

01945661438 *

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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