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.

5,166 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 300 5-Door

£12,499

Finance available £271 pm

2L
114.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

South Yorkshire Motors Ltd

01977802191 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£6,795

Finance available £129 pm

1.6L
113.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

EASICARS ENHANCED

02039577421 *

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

£7,860

1.4L
82.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.6 TDI Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,990

Finance available £201 pm

1.6L
82.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

The Carnet

01234237527 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£29,000

1.5L
658.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Loughborough

01509274556 *

Volkswagen Golf1.4 TSI High Line Estate Auto 5DR

Low Mileage

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

18.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

THE CARMARKET

02890023139 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,599

Finance available £326 pm

1.5L
32.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Winsford

01606535848 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)-

Low Mileage

£20,450

Finance available £400 pm

2L
47.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Rix Motors

01925917564 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (Z6) - 1.6 TDI SE Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,155

1.6L
51.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Dax Motor Company

01614700164 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£23,490

Finance available £462 pm

1.5L
23.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Mallusk

02890026957 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 2.0 TDI 200 4Motion 5dr DSG

£33,490

Finance available £667 pm

2L
24.1K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

Camberley Volkswagen

01276543130 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£5,250

Finance available £95 pm

2L
105.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Saloon

WYLIE CARS (NI) LTD

02890023623 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£15,250

Finance available £318 pm

2L
89.4K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Zeus Cars Limited

01234237525 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£20,995

Finance available £438 pm

1.5L
11.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Tangelo Used Cars Exeter

01394331922 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£9,295

Finance available £185 pm

1.6L
75.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Armagh Auto Sales

02837442284 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,950

Finance available £222 pm

1.6L
60.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Martin Traynor Motors

02838299002 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (220 ps)

Reduced

£14,945

2L
61.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Enkae Prestige Motors

01484240747 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£5,750

Finance available £106 pm

2L
121.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Juno Cars

01282501863 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 Petrol (TSI), R Line, Bluemotion Tech, Hatchback, 5 Door, Manual, Euro

Low Mileage

£12,799

1.4L
54.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Elm Tree Car Sales Ltd

01913387238 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Diesel Hatchback

Low Mileage

£27,500

2L
5.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Harrogate

01423396103 *

4.6/5 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 2016)

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 3dr DSG

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