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.

5,311 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

2L
108.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Brundall Auto

01603567796 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDi 105 Match 5dr

Reduced

£2,650

1.6L
160.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Allerton Trade Centre Ltd

01274028103 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Match DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£28,443

Finance available £539 pm

1.5L
25.0
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps

£5,975

Finance available £111 pm

2L
107.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Ivybridge Trade Centre

01752982776 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£23,995

Finance available £472 pm

2L
34.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

SIMPSON MOTORS

01383347764 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£9,195

Finance available £183 pm

2L
80.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Armagh Auto Sales

02837442284 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,299

Finance available £297 pm

1.5L
36.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

FOW Trafford

01616969155 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 p

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

2L
121.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Driven Automotive Sales Ltd

01780431441 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£17,011

1L
17.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Honda Doncaster

01302245283 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

£9,995

2L
132.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr - HEATED SEATS, PARKING SENSORS, CARPLAY - TAKE ME HOME Man

Low Mileage

£25,990

2L
25.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

TrustFord Craigavon

02890022227 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI S Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps) Touchscreen, Bl

Low Mileage

£11,699

Finance available £220 pm

1.4L
35.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cartime Bury

01613887693 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Reduced

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

1.5L
47.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

David Hayton Ltd (Mazda Southport)

01704331313 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£24,995

Finance available £493 pm

2L
22.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

McKinney Motors

02837440713 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,229

1.5L
18.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall MINI Hampshire

01256268336 *

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

£6,490

Finance available £123 pm

1.6L
97.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Jenson Cars

01733794308 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.0 TSI 115 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£15,498

1L
39.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Swansea

01414839956 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£22,894

1.4L
7.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Newbury

01635959570 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (12) - GTI 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

2L
33.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Velocity Auto Sales Ltd

01932559041 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.0 TSI Active Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,100

Finance available £302 pm

1L
20.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

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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