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.

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Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

£7,790

Finance available £152 pm

1.4L
84.6K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

HD AUTOS SHEFFIELD

01144786507 *

Volkswagen Golf2003 (03) - 1.6 Match 5dr

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£1,695

1.6L
126.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

F&d MOTOR GROUP LIMITED

01274089113 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

£8,990

57.8K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Cartime Bury

01613887693 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI Style Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£16,995

Finance available £357 pm

2L
55.8K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

RSG MOTOR GROUP

01344204666 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

£22,298

1.5L
12.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Linwood)

01414068772 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 1.4 TSI SE DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,595

Finance available £58 pm

1.4L
97.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

RM Traders

01780430645 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 GT EDITION TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5d 148 BHP TEL. 01642 829098 / MOB 5-Door

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£11,995

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Roman Road Car Sales Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Hatchback 5dr Electric Auto (136 ps)

£8,500

Finance available £168 pm

54.2K
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Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Nuneaton Car Sales Ltd

02475187138 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech S 5-Door

£5,395

Finance available £98 pm

1.4L
118.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

London Broadway Car Sales Ltd

02037808913 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 tsi bluemotion DSG AUTO 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,995

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1.4L
58.3K
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Automatic
Estate

Cardiff Motors

02921921384 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£25,498

1.5L
8.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Stirling)

01786232264 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,398

1.5L
12.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£31,490

1.5L
610.0
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Worcester

01902240177 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£22,990

Finance available £452 pm

1.5L
22.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£11,299

Finance available £230 pm

2L
56.9K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Trafford

01616969155 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

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£19,895

Finance available £439 pm

2L
41.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Range Liverpool

01515417938 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s

Low Mileage

£9,898

1.4L
54.4K
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Hatchback

A Car 2 Go

01296326008 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 - TFSI GTI 3-Door

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

2L
85.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Barnsley Commercial Sales Ltd

01226107459 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,999

Finance available £350 pm

1.5L
31.6K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sandles Car Supermarket

01553601835 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 SE [Nav] 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,999

Finance available £156 pm

1.5L
32.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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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 (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 5dr DSG

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