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.

5,266 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2018 (R) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps) Full Servi

Low Mileage

£20,995

Finance available £411 pm

2L
54.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Benmarks Motors Limited

01482249281 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (59) - 1.4 TSI GT Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.4L
105.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Elm Motor Company

01752749650 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£24,149

Finance available £507 pm

1.5L
3.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Stockton-On-Tees

01642937531 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£21,475

1.5L
2.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Skipton

01535280951 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1.5L
8.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Trade Car Lot

01924973266 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,880

Finance available £355 pm

1.4L
53.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Wembley Prestige Cars

02037803372 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.6L
105.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

GF Cars

02890023191 *

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

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£20,742

Finance available £406 pm

1.5L
20.9K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

SHEPSHED FORD

01509277046 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,049

Finance available £308 pm

1.5L
35.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Burnley

01282504324 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£21,498

16.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Thurrock

01416118466 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

£33,298

2L
30.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Nottingham Motorstore / Vanstore

01158964024 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

Reduced

£19,698

1.5L
12.8K
Miles
Petrol
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Wishaw)

01698537718 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion 320 bhp

£28,495

Finance available £565 pm

2L
39.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carjoy UK Limited

01224019779 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (72) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245

£22,100

Finance available £380 pm

1.4L
19.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£20,700

Finance available £449 pm

1.5L
23.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Cars2 Barnsley SEAT

01226449229 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (204 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,699

Finance available £239 pm

1.4L
59.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

RH Motor Sales Ltd

01594801996 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI Style Edition 5dr

£20,425

Finance available £399 pm

1.5L
35.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Todds of Campsie

02871220972 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.0 SE NAVIGATION TSI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG 5d 109 BHP 5-Door

£10,549

Finance available £200 pm

1L
64.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Performance Hatchback 3dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/

£10,990

2L
109.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Formula One Car Centre

01324374133 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (320 ps) - LED - RE

Low Mileage

£30,705

Finance available £624 pm

2L
21.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Cannock

01543227664 *

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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