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.

5,257 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£32,498

2L
21.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Glasgow South Street Vauxhall/Peugeot/Citroen/Vanstore

01414839940 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

£19,500

Finance available £338 pm

2L
43.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 TSI 150 GT DSG ULEZ 5-Door

Low Mileage

£9,990

Finance available £201 pm

1.4L
53.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

The Left Hand Drive Place

01256679126 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,489

Finance available £257 pm

2L
103.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Piston & Rotor The Garage

01618708932 *

Volkswagen Golf1999 (T) - 1.8 S 2 DOOR

Reduced

£2,750

1.8L
104.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

M&M Automotive

01590631653 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (11) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 5 (s/s) (122 ps)

Low Mileage

£9,495

Finance available £190 pm

1.4L
48.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars4You Dunfermline

01383347038 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£17,246

Finance available £334 pm

1.4L
51.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Renault Retail Group Cardiff

02921675772 *

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

Low Mileage

£5,750

Finance available £106 pm

2L
97.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

SOLIHULL MOTOR HOUSE LTD

01217525793 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£16,111

1.5L
31.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Motornation Derby

01228582111 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (74) - 1.5 TSI 204ps Style eHybrid DSG Auto 2025 5-Door

Low Mileage

£31,900

Finance available £635 pm

1.5L
2.9K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Regent Garage

01766800157 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£12,400

1.5L
67.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carworld Superstore

01733978043 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£13,699

1.5L
65.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Affordable Cars Prestige Car Supermarket

01904238447 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,990

1.5L
10.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£17,295

Finance available £335 pm

2L
51.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Hazelton Motors

02890023654 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 (58) - 1.9 TDI SE Euro 4 5dr

£1,999

1.9L
182.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Barry Bangers

02922679524 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.4 Twist 5dr

£3,495

Finance available £56 pm

1.4L
126.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Amon Motors Solihull

01216615432 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£4,590

Finance available £80 pm

2L
98.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

CH Car Sales

02890023206 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - Golf Se Bluemotion Technology Tdi 2-Door

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.6L
118.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Barton Car Company

01395200673 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,499

Finance available £458 pm

2L
34.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sandles Car Supermarket

01553601835 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (I3) - 1.6 MATCH TDI 5d 114 BHP 5-Door

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

1.6L
66.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Darlington Car and Commercials

01325528553 *

4.8/5 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 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 (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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