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 Golf2020 - MK7 Facelift e-Golf 136PS BEV Automatic 5dr Automatic

Low Mileage

£11,990

Finance available £246 pm

28.2K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Crowsons of Spalding

01775660387 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)-

Low Mileage

£20,450

Finance available £400 pm

2L
47.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Rix Motors

01925917564 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (70) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,500

Finance available £271 pm

1.5L
15.0K
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Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Reduced

£18,400

Finance available £329 pm

1.5L
33.1K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£23,495

Finance available £462 pm

2L
41.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evolve Motor Company

01633741704 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£8,300

Finance available £163 pm

2L
113.4K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

SMS Motors

01144786434 *

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

Reduced

£29,995

Finance available £622 pm

2L
11.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evogo Limited

01145537251 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (Z4) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s

Reduced

£6,990

Finance available £134 pm

1.6L
100.5K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Central Car Sales

01524917288 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr [Nav]

Reduced

£6,750

Finance available £128 pm

1.6L
130.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Campbell Trade Sales

02890023194 *

Volkswagen Golf2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£23,759

27.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Gloucester

01452227227 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - S TSI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,180

Finance available £160 pm

1.4L
58.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

My Next Car

02039577412 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£23,995

Finance available £472 pm

2L
34.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

SIMPSON MOTORS

01383347764 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,200

Finance available £317 pm

1.4L
72.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 R 5d 298 BHP 5-Door

Reduced

£14,445

Finance available £300 pm

2L
57.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

BRG AutoHub

02891249536 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (65) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr Bluemotion

£5,999

Finance available £112 pm

2L
148.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Birmingham Motors Ltd

01217525226 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

Low Mileage

£24,495

Finance available £384 pm

2L
26.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Norman Motors Bournemouth

01202133536 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - TSI Life 5-Door

Low Mileage

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

1.5L
39.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SMV Commercials

01935311790 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

£12,975

Finance available £268 pm

1.6L
63.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

B.McNally & Sons

02879440952 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,485

Finance available £400 pm

1.5L
8.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SERE Lisburn

02892791416 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - TSI Style 5-Door

Low Mileage

£16,999

Finance available £365 pm

1.5L
31.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hendy Car Store Exeter

01392342593 *

4.6/5 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 5dr DSG

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