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.

5,051 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,650

2L
59.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Grange Barnet - Jaguar Approved

02038924677 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£27,450

Finance available £543 pm

2L
22.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,499

1.5L
18.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Affordable Cars Prestige Car Supermarket

01904238447 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps) * HUGE SPEC LIST

Low Mileage

£30,995

Finance available £616 pm

2L
18.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

MJM Car Sales

01833600271 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,490

Finance available £234 pm

1.6L
87.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Pinnacle Cars Ltd

01143086613 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (15) - Tfi Bluemotion 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,350

Finance available £164 pm

1.2L
37.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Aymro Mortors Ltd

01162164104 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr Diesel Hatchback

£8,341

2L
86.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu SEAT Darlington

01325808020 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£21,695

Finance available £425 pm

1.5L
27.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

TJ Hamilton & Co

02886273062 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.4 TSI GT 5dr DSG

£7,990

1.4L
91.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Qasr Almadina Used Cars Ltd

01753201083 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2000 (79) - 0l 5-Door

Low Mileage

£995

1.6L
130.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

SPIRIT MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED

01204968919 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 S 5dr -FSH WITH TIMING BELT-

Low Mileage

£8,490

1.6L
58.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Glasshoughton Car Sales

01977803305 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.5 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,495

Finance available £254 pm

1.5L
3.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Top Gear Harrow Ltd

02038730299 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO GPF R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£13,500

Finance available £279 pm

1.5L
81.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Halesowen Motor House - Halesowen

01217525784 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£13,450

2L
70.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Reynolds Motor Group

01268208363 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (122 ps

Low Mileage

£5,000

1.4L
73.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Auto Clicker Ltd

01260544935 *

Volkswagen Golf2001 (Y) - SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£1,795

1.6L
148.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bourne Valley Autos

01264311668 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

£4,795

1.4L
107.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Tnd Car Sales LTD

01233555386 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr

£9,995

2L
76.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Engine centre car sales

02920025019 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,295

Finance available £141 pm

1.4L
116.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Rosso Performance LTD

01133236280 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,000

1.6L
111.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

JP Motors Norwich Ltd

01603931844 *

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 Present)

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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