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 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 Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£26,990

2L
25.8K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.0 TSI Match DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,500

Finance available £346 pm

1L
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Hatchback

Car Planet Watford

01923927636 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - MK8 Hatch 5Dr 1.0 eTSI 110ps Active EVO DSG

£18,456

1L
28.3K
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Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Portsmouth

02392004522 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr [Leather]

£2,994

2L
163.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

TMB Van Sales

01618042445 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,990

1.5L
10.1K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,989

Finance available £246 pm

2L
82.0K
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Hatchback

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01614139892 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,695

Finance available £172 pm

1.5L
39.0K
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Hatchback

A&A Auto Sales

01832778585 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,699

Finance available £322 pm

1.5L
37.7K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2017 - S TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5-Door

Low Mileage

£9,880

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1.6L
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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5-Door

£15,697

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1.5L
36.0K
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Hatchback

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4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition 5dr

£11,660

1.5L
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Hatchback

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4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

£16,995

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2L
78.1K
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Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (11

£6,040

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1.6L
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DR Motors

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4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,968

1.5L
22.0K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 Style ETSI MHEV Dsg 5DR Hatch Petrol hybrid

Low Mileage

£18,789

Finance available £365 pm

1.5L
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Direct Cars Limited

01145510336 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,999

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
99.2K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MH Prestige Limited

01274087579 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£22,650

Finance available £445 pm

2L
16.3K
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Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

£21,900

Finance available £372 pm

2L
36.4K
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Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

£9,995

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1.6L
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HILLVIEW MOTORS Ltd

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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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