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.

5,200 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

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

£16,713

1.5L
41.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carworld Superstore

01733978043 *

4/5 Stars

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

£5,995

2L
109.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Audenshaw Motor Company Ltd TA Audenshaw Motors

01614139877 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£27,995

Finance available £555 pm

2L
25.4K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

McGillions

02881440369 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

2L
78.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

R&S Car Sales

07838231579 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 - 2.0 Golf GT BlueMotion Technology TDI Semi-Auto 5dr

£5,495

2L
131.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

AUTOHAUS CHELTENHAM LTD T/a Greatfield Cars & Commercials

01242501609 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

£15,495

Finance available £324 pm

1.5L
53.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Kars of Falmouth

01326331223 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.0 TSI 110 SE [Nav] 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1L
31.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dorchester Collection

01305238372 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 - 2.0 TDI SE Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (110 ps)

Low Mileage

£3,000

2L
124.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

FS Performance Ltd

01582280332 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£22,298

1.5L
15.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Chesterfield Motorstore / Vanstore

01246381032 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,695

1.5L
24.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Hinckley

01455244504 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - Match 1.5 eTSI 150ps 7-Speed DSG 5 Door Automatic

Low Mileage

£25,980

1.5L
2.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bristol

01172331336 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion Tech Match 5dr DSG

£3,750

1.6L
139.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

South West Motor Sales

01744419366 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,500

1.5L
29.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

JC Select Edinburgh

01312877260 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (56) - 1.6 FSI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,995

1.6L
42.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Ezzy Motors

01157738536 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,950

Finance available £289 pm

1.6L
40.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Roy Hanna Motors

02894338774 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - SE NAVIGATION TSI EVO 5-Door

£11,495

Finance available £234 pm

1.5L
76.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Southwest Motor Company

01752982529 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

£9,995

1.4L
84.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cars2u

01473354250 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSi EVO (130 PS) SE Navigation 5 Door Petrol Hatchback Automatic

Low Mileage

£14,675

Finance available £306 pm

1.5L
34.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Thurlow Nunn Luton

01582211307 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr ++ SAT NAV / 20 TAX / ULEZ / H/SEATS / 9 SERVICES / DAB ++

Low Mileage

£11,375

Finance available £232 pm

2L
70.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Nick King Car Sales (Gloucester)

01452227299 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr

£11,894

1.5L
65.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mercedes-Benz of Huddersfield

01484240749 *

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 Present)

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 (2016 to 2020)

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
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

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