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 Golf2009 (59) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,495

2L
122.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Elephant Car Sales

01843269149 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (63) - 1.2 Tsi Automatic Dsg...Only 31655 Miles

£8,950

Finance available £178 pm

1.2L
31.7K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Not Supplied

Four Crosses Garage

01743292166 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Estate 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s)

£8,899

Finance available £176 pm

1.5L
100.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Rangebrook Limited

01926352097 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.2 TSI S 5dr DSG ULEZ

Low Mileage

£6,390

Finance available £120 pm

1.2L
45.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Left Hand Drive Place

01256679126 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

£17,099

Finance available £352 pm

1.5L
27.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Derby

01332419211 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 Turbo Diesel (TDI), SE Edition, Nav, Hatchback, 5 Door, Manual, Euro 6.

£9,499

1.6L
84.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Elm Tree Car Sales Ltd

01913387238 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

£21,998

1.5L
5.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Wolverhampton Motorstore / Vanstore

01902240180 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,490

1.5L
7.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - S TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5-Door

Reduced

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

1.6L
65.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Shaneys Autos Ltd

01603937082 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - MATCH TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 3-Door

Reduced

£6,693

Finance available £127 pm

1.6L
98.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

cjs autos ltd

01454803082 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Reduced

£10,990

Finance available £223 pm

2L
85.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

TH Motors London

01494311200 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (72) - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

£31,995

Finance available £637 pm

2L
29.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

L A MOTORS

07393778079 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 333 R 20 Years 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£40,990

Finance available £822 pm

2L
3.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£33,750

Finance available £673 pm

2L
15.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

H & S Autos Ltd

01932565026 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,990

Finance available £111 pm

1.6L
89.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

ONYX AUTO

01614135491 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£25,899

Finance available £545 pm

2L
8.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Norwich

01332419206 *

Volkswagen Golf5-Door

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

61.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

Autopoint

02893447250 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.2 S TSI 2DR Manual

Low Mileage

£6,490

1.2L
60.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

Deepdale Motor Company

01772376077 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech S Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps)

Low Mileage

£10,191

1.4L
28.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carbase - Weston

01934313340 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Active Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£13,200

Finance available £278 pm

1.5L
93.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

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 3dr DSG

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