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.

5,238 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,917

1.5L
52.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Marshall Volkswagen Barnstaple

01271443056 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (10) - 1.4 TSI SE DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.4L
77.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Bam Autos

02038933852 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - GTI 2011(61) WARRENTED MILEAGE FAINANCE AVAILABLE 4-Door

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

2L
63.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MH UK MOTORS LTD

02038933705 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI Style Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£17,400

Finance available £328 pm

1.5L
44.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Sheffield

01145510576 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£21,490

Finance available £467 pm

2L
24.6K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Cars2 Bradford Hyundai

01274087619 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,715

1.6L
30.3K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen St Albans

01727224916 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£7,497

Finance available £145 pm

1.6L
109.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

EVM Sports and Prestige

01613887697 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

2L
62.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Rainham Motors LTD

01708205565 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£16,489

1.5L
32.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Letchworth

01462559198 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Auto 5dr

£9,221

Finance available £184 pm

42.0K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Luxxy Motors

02037803396 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£21,990

2L
56.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Auto MC Limited TA Automotive Cars

01535280995 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO GPF GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,849

Finance available £312 pm

1.5L
21.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - GTI 2011(61), FINANCE AVAILABLE WARRANTED MILEAGE 4-Door

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

2L
72.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MH UK MOTORS LTD

02038933705 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,695

Finance available £261 pm

1.4L
37.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mark Evans Car Sales

01872301825 *

Volkswagen Golf2003 (03) - 3.2 R32 Hatchback 5dr Petrol Ulez

Reduced

£23,995

Finance available £472 pm

3.2L
35.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

W R Car Sales Limited

01274087616 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Reduced

£25,490

1.5L
2.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£22,349

Finance available £467 pm

1.4L
31.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Burnley

01282504324 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDI Match DSG Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,240

Finance available £95 pm

1.6L
86.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Vision Motors Direct - Haydock

01942367552 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£16,300

Finance available £287 pm

1.5L
25.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,498

1.5L
12.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Sydenham

01414839958 *

4.7/5 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 (2016 to 2020)

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
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

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