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.

5,407 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Active Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£14,000

1.5L
80.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

M44 Car Sales

01616969770 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£20,297

1.5L
15.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Harlow

01279598864 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,999

2L
102.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

DRB Car Sales

01822661268 *

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

Low Mileage

£34,498

2L
13.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Sydenham

01414839958 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI 310 R 3dr 4MOTION - SHOW CAR - IMMACULATE HUGE SPEC - 400PS - BOLA

Low Mileage

£19,995

£390/pm (HP)

2L
59.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MW Performance

01244569177 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,988

£333/pm (PCP)

2L
18.6K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Norman Laing

01250710124 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,495

£279/pm (HP)

2L
99.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Large Motor Company

01635885044 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech S Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£3,490

1.6L
134.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

A47 Car Sales Ltd

01945664308 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£27,000

£464/pm (PCP)

2L
29.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.6 TDI 110 GT Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£11,800

£241/pm (HP)

1.6L
40.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motonet

02476017703 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 Golf R DSG 4WD 3dr

£12,995

97.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

JDM AUTOMOTIVE

01228273251 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£16,795

£353/pm (HP)

2L
76.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Derbyshire Performance

01332419213 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,249

£199/pm (HP)

2L
33.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

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

Low Mileage

£16,200

2L
34.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Carworld Superstore

01733978043 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 TSI 150 R-Line Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£14,599

£304/pm (HP)

1.4L
32.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Trafford

01616969155 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,950

£155/pm (HP)

1.6L
73.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

McGlinchey Motors

02895908182 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,498

1.5L
22.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark York Motorstore / Vanstore

01904803322 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£20,495

£338/pm (PCP)

1.5L
40.4K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Drift Bridge Volkswagen Epsom

01372238273 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£22,498

1.5L
10.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Colchester

01414839928 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£17,249

£296/pm (PCP)

1.5L
48.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Birtley

01913387241 *

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.

Used Volkswagen Golf snapshot review

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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 (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 (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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