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.

5,140 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - GT TSI 2-Door

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.4L
122.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

KENT COUNTY MOTORS LIMITED

01622234342 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,980

Finance available £223 pm

1.4L
55.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Wembley Prestige Cars

02037803372 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£19,990

Finance available £390 pm

1.5L
36.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

S J Davidson

02887447997 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Estate 5dr Petrol DSG 4MOTION Euro 6 (s/s) (300 p

£13,399

Finance available £260 pm

2L
79.8K
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Automatic
Estate

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf(19) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£14,795

48.1K
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Petrol
Manual
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Stoneacre Dewsbury

01924793486 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr [Leather]

Low Mileage

£3,850

Finance available £64 pm

2L
102.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

2k Motor Group

01733797035 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.4 TSI GTE Advance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£19,399

Finance available £399 pm

1.4L
13.0K
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Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI 310 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£20,999

Finance available £433 pm

2L
43.1K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£21,998

1.5L
16.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Bathgate

01506353072 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.0 TSI 110 SE [Nav] 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,999

Finance available £223 pm

1L
47.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£22,995

Finance available £452 pm

2L
11.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorhouse (Beds) Ltd

01234676818 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

£18,398

1L
14.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Stoke on Trent Vauxhall / Peugeot / Vanstore

01782432080 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£11,900

Finance available £248 pm

1.5L
84.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Cannock

01543221765 *

Volkswagen Golf2005 (05) - 2.0T GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£3,875

Finance available £64 pm

2L
102.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Excel Motors

01733667455 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 Golf SE TDI BlueMotion Technology 5dr

£7,600

Finance available £147 pm

1.6L
119.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

RallySport Automotive Limited

01206489764 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5

Reduced

£6,995

1.4L
83.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Jefferies Car Centre Ltd

01373489224 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,899

Finance available £377 pm

2L
46.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 Tsi Bluemotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5-Door

Reduced

£9,475

Finance available £189 pm

1.4L
44.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

GMC MOTORS B'HAM LIMITED

01217285878 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI 310 R 3dr 4MOTION DSG

£18,995

Finance available £370 pm

2L
63.3K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Spratt Vehicle Solutions Ltd

02871226211 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (33) - 2.0 TSI R Estate 5dr Petrol DSG auto 4Motion 300 bhp

Low Mileage

£21,995

Finance available £431 pm

2L
46.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Carjoy UK Limited

01224019779 *

4.8/5 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 (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 5dr DSG

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