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 Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,650

Finance available £171 pm

1.4L
65.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

DCX Car Sales

02890023222 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£28,490

Finance available £565 pm

2L
31.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MOTOR TREND LTD

01494296076 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 3dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£23,999

Finance available £472 pm

2L
41.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Rom Motors Ltd

01455240096 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 2.0 SE TDI 5d 138 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£3,495

2L
130.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cars4You Dunfermline

01383347038 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 - MATCH TDI BLUEMOTIONTECHNOLOGY DSG AUTO. 49603 Miles. Service History. 5-Door

Low Mileage

£6,495

1.6L
49.6K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Oakhill Garage

01749608199 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 2.0 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

£7,500

2L
120.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

East Kent Car Sales

01795502170 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(14) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,995

77.7K
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Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Supercar Clinic Ltd

01204584584 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr Manual

£17,500

1.5L
61.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

01452227271 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£18,499

Finance available £379 pm

1.4L
40.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Cabriolet DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 2dr

Low Mileage

£12,500

2L
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Diesel
Automatic
Convertible

LCC Car Sales Limited

01274028163 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.0 TSI SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 bhp)

Low Mileage

£13,295

1L
24.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£16,499

Finance available £336 pm

1.5L
33.8K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

01452227360 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

£23,995

Finance available £472 pm

2L
76.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

DMC

01412601329 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£25,998

1.5L
4.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Linwood)

01414068772 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£24,495

Finance available £483 pm

2L
15.8K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Andover Volkswagen

01264311662 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,900

Finance available £244 pm

1.5L
58.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Chippenham Motor Company

01249471205 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,942

1.5L
14.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Milton Keynes

01908926622 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (320 ps) - HEATED S

£31,795

Finance available £646 pm

2L
19.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Towcester

01327221488 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,890

Finance available £232 pm

1.5L
48.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Fab Trade Cars

01584700196 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 GTE NAV DSG 5d 150 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£12,990

1.4L
58.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Formula 1 Car Supermarket

01324464853 *

3.9/5 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 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 (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 5dr DSG

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