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.

5,351 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

Reduced

£5,900

£109/pm (HP)

1.6L
84.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Oldbury Car Sales

01216474046 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - SE NAVIGATION TSI EVO 5-Door

£11,495

£234/pm (HP)

1.5L
76.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Southwest Motor Company

01752982529 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£36,898

2L
11.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Manchester Corvette / Maserati / LUXE

01616967076 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110

£4,995

1.6L
128.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Irby Motor Company

01515411158 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 p

Low Mileage

£12,500

2L
62.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Atlas Autos Ltd

01206987248 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 2.0 TFSI GTI DSG 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,000

2L
77.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Essex Select Cars Ltd

01206583604 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.6 TDI R-Line Edition 5dr

£13,490

£279/pm (HP)

1.6L
84.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Pitstop Motors

02890023745 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (122

£5,950

£120/pm (HP)

1.4L
95.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Nuneaton Car Sales Ltd

02475187138 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,049

£348/pm (PCP)

1.5L
21.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Swansea

01792001617 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£15,800

1.5L
43.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Evans Halshaw Ford Wrexham

01978803374 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition 5dr + SUNROOF + REAR CAMERA

Low Mileage

£15,991

1.5L
29.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£16,120

1.5L
37.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.0 Etsi Mhev Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid Dsg Euro 6 s/s 110 Ps

Low Mileage

£17,709

1L
12.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Pentagon Peugeot (Barnsley)

01226695727 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£27,964

1.5L
4.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Milton Keynes

01908926622 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (150ps) Style EVO + 18' DALLAS + KEYLESS + REAR

Low Mileage

£19,497

1.5L
20.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,795

£241/pm (HP)

2L
105.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Signature Autos

01313226275 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (74) - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

£40,000

£613/pm (PCP)

2L
6.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Trade Cars and Commercials

01661520494 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 1.0 TSI SE Nav Estate 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£8,985

£178/pm (HP)

1L
80.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

South & West Motors Ltd

01225613057 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Reduced

£37,980

£558/pm (PCP)

2L
4.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£16,774

1.5L
29.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Vauxhall Sunderland

01918146406 *

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 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 (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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