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.

5,290 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr Automatic

Low Mileage

£18,595

1.4L
26.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Simon Bailes Peugeot - Northallerton

01609711378 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

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£29,698

1.5L
525.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Ayr)

01292431680 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG Hatchback

£14,490

1.4L
63.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Perrys Blackburn Peugeot

01254947584 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD 3-Door

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
78.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Castle Cars

01736806432 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,500

1.5L
33.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Loughborough

01509274556 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£12,995

2L
87.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - S TSI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,180

Finance available £160 pm

1.4L
58.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

My Next Car

02039577412 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps)

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.4L
51.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Redpath & Mclean Motor Ltd

01316036539 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 99kW e-Golf 35kWh 5dr Auto

£9,995

65.0K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Brendon Service Station

01984600133 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 35.8kWh e-Golf Auto 5dr

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

51.4K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

DERWENT MOTORS LTD

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

£16,690

Finance available £351 pm

1.5L
30.3K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.6 TDI S Euro 5 3dr

Low Mileage

£2,400

1.6L
105.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Mayfair Motors

01164029071 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 2.0 TSI GTI Edition 35 Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (235 ps)

Low Mileage

£12,750

Finance available £263 pm

2L
69.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FS Performance Ltd

01582280332 *

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

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.6L
30.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Lomond Auto Centre

01389311235 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - MATCH TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG 5-Door

£6,750

Finance available £128 pm

1.6L
99.3K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Bluemotors Aberdare

01685701469 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£20,998

1.5L
4.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Kirkcaldy BMW

01592802402 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£29,898

2L
5.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Ford Worcester

01905678572 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s)

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1.6L
70.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Grampian Cars

01261450003 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 GT Edition 5dr

Reduced

£9,950

Finance available £200 pm

1.6L
101.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Auto Pro X

02895908086 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Active 5dr

£16,599

Finance available £348 pm

1.5L
33.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 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 3dr DSG

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