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.

5,316 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.4L PETROL

Low Mileage

£4,200

Finance available £72 pm

1.4L
32.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
People Carrier

Jan London Trade Manchester

01216474048 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.2 TSI 85 S 5dr Just 45K Miles

Reduced

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.2L
45.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Clives Autos Quayside

01206482938 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245

£18,411

Finance available £365 pm

1.4L
36.4K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Cannock

01543227664 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 3dr

Reduced

£2,495

2L
113.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Fusion Autos LTD

02921676819 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£20,639

Finance available £425 pm

1.5L
21.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01482697731 *

4.3/5 Stars

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

£22,300

Finance available £385 pm

1.4L
19.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.0 TSI Match BlueMotion Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,999

1L
37.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Virk Motors

01708973756 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (1

Reduced

£10,800

2L
79.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Radley Motor Company

01217288665 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
122.8K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Brooklands Cars

01536211977 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£17,400

1.5L
41.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carworld Superstore

01733978043 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Auto 5dr

Reduced

£8,950

51.0K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Windmill Motors Ltd

01778308209 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 Golf R TSi 4Motion Semi-Auto 4WD 5dr +P/ROOF + IQ + DCC + WINTER PACK

Low Mileage

£33,990

Finance available £678 pm

2L
22.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars Today Ltd TA Vans Today

01905947741 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG**SAT NAV - WIRELESS PHONE CHARGER - ADAPTIVE CRUI

Reduced

£16,995

1.5L
16.2K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

TrustFord Lisburn

02890026043 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (74) - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£26,475

1.5L
5.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Skipton

01535280951 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - TDI R-Line 5-Door

£15,995

2L
50.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Spencers Car Sales

01603931848 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£29,185

Finance available £579 pm

2L
19.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

SERE Lisburn

02892791416 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 eTSI ( 150ps ) EVO DSG 2023MY R-Line 5-Door

£21,495

1.5L
27.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Hedge End

01489661105 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£27,778

1.5L
6.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Letchworth

01462559198 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 TSI 150 GT Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£14,299

Finance available £297 pm

1.4L
21.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£22,450

Finance available £441 pm

1.5L
26.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Colin Francis Cars

02879441906 *

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 5dr DSG

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