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.

5,290 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2006 - 2.0 TFSI GTI 3dr

Low Mileage

£5,750

Finance available £106 pm

2L
101.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hartlebury Cars

01562547645 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - R-Line Tsi 5-Door

£20,076

1.5L
32.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD 3-Door

Low Mileage

£7,988

Finance available £156 pm

2L
79.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

16th Avenue Vehicle Solution Centre Ltd

01733979119 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI S 5dr

£11,450

Finance available £233 pm

1.6L
73.4K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Crawford Cars

02892448214 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (150ps) R-Line EVO

£19,293

1.5L
29.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£21,450

2L
40.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hitchin Audi

01462412595 *

2.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps

£4,395

Finance available £76 pm

1.6L
126.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Castlefield Car Centre Ltd

01612416875 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,598

2L
79.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vehicle Trade Centre Kilwinning

01294442514 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Reduced

£14,400

Finance available £250 pm

1.5L
41.7K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Big Motoring World Cannock

01543221765 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 2.0 TDi 170 GTD 5dr

£3,495

Finance available £56 pm

2L
133.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Marsh Lane Car Sales and Repairs Ltd

01952984345 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,999

1.5L
8.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Superstore Derby

01252960119 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 3dr

Reduced

£2,795

2L
113.1K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Fusion Autos LTD

02921676819 *

Volkswagen GolfGTI ULEZ compliant 5-Door

Reduced

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

2L
59.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Atlan Motors (London) Ltd

02038895374 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Active 5dr DSG

£16,950

Finance available £356 pm

2L
79.8K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

IJ Motors & Commercials

02890023175 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,998

1.6L
20.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore/Hyundai (Inverness)

01463217984 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI GTI Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,600

Finance available £326 pm

2L
60.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£15,745

1.5L
40.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Honda Stockton

01642049066 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TSI GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£36,950

Finance available £739 pm

2L
5.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Access Commercials

01277286896 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI S 5dr

£9,950

Finance available £200 pm

1.6L
100.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Campbell Trade Sales

02890023194 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 5Dr 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line EVo DSG 5Dr

£24,840

Finance available £468 pm

1.5L
10.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 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 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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