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.

5,287 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 2dr

Reduced

£1,045

1.6L
137.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Hamstead Autos

01213872419 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.0 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,150

Finance available £222 pm

1L
51.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Riverside Volvo Doncaster

01302248798 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£9,999

1.5L
84.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars Club Traders (Heston)

02037808904 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 1.4 TSI SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (122 ps)

Low Mileage

£4,495

1.4L
73.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Garage at Shurlock Row

01182274533 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£19,549

Finance available £334 pm

1.5L
34.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£24,495

Finance available £383 pm

2L
44.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Top Cars Telford Limited

01743291623 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG AUTO MHEV

Low Mileage

£22,900

Finance available £346 pm

1.5L
13.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Regent Garage

01766800157 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TDI Style Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£15,645

2L
54.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motortrust UK Garstang

01942365158 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG

£21,450

Finance available £718 pm

2L
91.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

DG Cars & 4X4 LTD

02890023125 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,499

Finance available £369 pm

2L
56.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2002 - SE 105BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£1,295

1.6L
157.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dhillon Motor Co

02392000337 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£22,599

Finance available £376 pm

1.5L
3.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Castleford

01977800692 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI R-Line Edition 5dr DSG

£19,450

Finance available £334 pm

2L
46.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

TJ Hamilton & Co

02886273062 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£13,990

1.5L
68.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carworld Supermarket

01733794246 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

1.4L
26.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

LS Autos

01306774216 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,590

Finance available £237 pm

1.4L
78.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

TM Car Sales Ltd

02475187136 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TDI Style Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£22,300

Finance available £349 pm

2L
19.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s)

Low Mileage

£9,499

Finance available £178 pm

1.6L
64.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£21,315

1.5L
20.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Scunthorpe

01724708058 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£22,598

Finance available £349 pm

1.5L
14.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Newcastle BYD

01916071118 *

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 2016)

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 3dr DSG

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