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.

5,421 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2003 (03) - 1.6 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,300

1.6L
150.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Horsepower Motor Centre Ltd

01732927681 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£26,490

Finance available £546 pm

2L
27.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Penton Citroen Peugeot and DS Christchurch

01202099861 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£6,287

Finance available £118 pm

2L
102.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Edward Johnson Otley Ltd

01943660538 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (64) - 1.2 TSI S 5dr

£4,700

Finance available £83 pm

1.2L
110.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CARMAN RECOVERY AND TRANSPORT LTD

01332318226 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£17,774

Finance available £345 pm

1.5L
13.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Bridgend Ford

01656336637 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 Turbo Diesel (TDI), BlueMotion Tech, Match Edition, Hatchback, 5 Door,

£6,699

1.6L
95.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Elm Tree Car Sales Ltd

01913387238 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 1.5 Match Edition Tsi Ev 5-Door

Reduced

£13,799

1.5L
45.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Right Car Beverley

01482697813 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

£13,672

1L
56.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen St Albans

01727224916 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (72) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) 1 Previous

£19,750

Finance available £385 pm

1.5L
36.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cartime Rochdale

01615298277 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,498

1.5L
41.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen/MG (Rutherglen)

01414839932 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

2L
107.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Pavilion Motor Company

01614139866 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£13,900

1.4L
62.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Perrys Blackburn Peugeot

01254947584 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI 13kWh Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (2

£20,195

Finance available £403 pm

1.4L
20.4K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Durham

01388217377 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 2.0 TSI R Estate 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

£20,000

Finance available £372 pm

2L
60.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,495

Finance available £100 pm

2L
73.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Elite Trade Sales LTD

01236807180 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition 5-Door

£6,499

Finance available £123 pm

1.6L
106.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Tizzys Transport

01935311816 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.4L
32.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Gatwick Motor World

01444222210 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 2.0 TSI GTI Edition 35 Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (235 ps)

Low Mileage

£12,750

Finance available £263 pm

2L
69.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FS Performance Ltd

01582280332 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - Mark 8 Facelift Black Edition 1.5 TSI (150ps) + TECH/PARKING PACK Manual 5-Door

Reduced

£28,898

1.5L
3.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Swansea)

01792739752 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG

£7,795

Finance available £152 pm

2L
156.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

The Pudsey Motor Company

01134685931 *

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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