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.

5,197 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 2.0 TDI Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
73.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

BLOFIELD MC

01603931807 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 2.0 Sportline TDI 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,195

2L
117.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

JO Automotive

01656336639 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£17,899

Finance available £366 pm

2L
30.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (11

Reduced

£10,995

1.6L
49.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Stoneacre Doncaster

01302976044 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (1

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

2L
85.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

C M Car Sales

01773303785 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

2L
52.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Signature Car Specialists LTD

01282509489 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (20

Low Mileage

£14,990

Finance available £287 pm

1.4L
43.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Cartime Rochdale

01615298277 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 TDI 140 Sportline 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,395

Finance available £76 pm

2L
92.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

INFINITE VEHICLE SALES LTD

01773302789 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£19,990

Finance available £390 pm

1.5L
14.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Camberley Volkswagen

01276543130 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 S 5dr

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
91.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Supreme Motors NI

02882449414 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
66.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

TRINITY MOTOR SALES LTD

01422411698 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.5L
55.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Evolve Motor Company

01633741704 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2008 (58) - 1.9 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Final Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.9L
93.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

EASICARS LTD

02039577421 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150PS Match 5 Door Ã¢ Keyless, Rear view camera, Lights & V

£22,899

Finance available £430 pm

1.5L
12.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - SE TSI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG Semi Auto 5-Door

Low Mileage

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

1L
44.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Ticehurst Motors Ltd

01580238472 *

0/5 Stars

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

£20,990

Finance available £411 pm

2L
67.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Autohaven Motors Ltd

01494311306 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 Golf R TSi 4Motion Semi-Auto 4WD 5dr

Low Mileage

£22,750

Finance available £447 pm

2L
40.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Gibbons Automotive

01373481926 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 5dr DSG 19' WARMENAU, DCC, PAN ROOF

Low Mileage

£39,990

2L
1.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (320 ps)

£31,800

Finance available £556 pm

2L
20.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£17,490

Finance available £339 pm

2L
61.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Per4mance Cars Limited

01625468256 *

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 Present)

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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