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.

5,276 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 2.0 TDI 140 Sportline 5dr

£3,695

Finance available £60 pm

2L
122.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Mike Bass

01884211283 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£27,998

2L
29.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Linwood)

01414068772 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (72) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) 1 Previous

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£19,300

Finance available £376 pm

1.5L
36.1K
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Hatchback

Cartime Rochdale

01615298277 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf1991 (J) - 2.0 GTi 3dr

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.8L
117.1K
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Hatchback

Ideal Car Sales Norfolk

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Volkswagen Golf2024 (73) - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

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£33,995

Finance available £678 pm

2L
19.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

L A MOTORS

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Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,181

Finance available £160 pm

2L
63.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Eye Green Cars

01733794296 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

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£6,500

Finance available £123 pm

1.6L
81.4K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Clives Autos Quayside

01206482938 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 Golf Match TDI Semi-Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,695

Finance available £284 pm

1.6L
45.8K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

NATIONAL CAR HUB

01922665543 *

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

Low Mileage

£19,800

1.4L
20.8K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Stoneacre Teesside Lexus

01642049703 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG [Nav]

Low Mileage

£13,249

Finance available £265 pm

1.4L
44.1K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2005 (55) - DSG GTI 5-Door

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£5,795

Finance available £107 pm

2L
73.3K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mayfield Garage

01435518133 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

£6,500

Finance available £123 pm

1.4L
90.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Motor House

02039104775 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,999

Finance available £179 pm

1.4L
50.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Crosslands Vehicles Ltd

01487801991 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (09) - 1.6 FSI S Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,250

1.6L
104.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Resi Auto Sales Ltd

01254947357 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£23,998

2L
48.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Preston)

01772957336 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,000

Finance available £329 pm

1.6L
11.5K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Turners of Roborough

01752427448 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.4 0d

Low Mileage

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.4L
42.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
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Cars4You Ltd (Straiton)

01665660510 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2002 (02) - 1.8T GTI Anniversary Ltd Edn 3dr

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

1.8L
170.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MH Car Sales Oxford Ltd

01993463440 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 (08) - 1.9 Match TDI 5dr

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£300

1.9L
185.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Heaton Vehicle Sales 1

01708204883 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG Auto

£17,182

1.4L
42.2K
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Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Ford Kings Lynn

01553603590 *

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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