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.

5,143 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£17,599

Finance available £360 pm

2L
29.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2008 (08) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,490

2L
115.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

LD Car Sales

01179926579 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£18,900

Finance available £368 pm

1.5L
27.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Car Sales NI Ltd

02882440438 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,989

Finance available £390 pm

1.5L
7.2K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport 40 3dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,000

Finance available £390 pm

2L
66.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Stringers of Petersfield

01730779314 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TSI 333 R 20 Years 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£41,998

2L
7.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Stirling)

01786232264 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s)

Low Mileage

£12,990

Finance available £268 pm

2L
82.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

JDC Vehicle sales

01529400406 *

Volkswagen Golf(65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,291

93.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

Peter Cooper Vehicle Trade Centre

01489661106 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£14,795

Finance available £308 pm

1L
38.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Redpath & Mclean Motor Ltd

01316036539 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 Golf Match Edition TSi Evo 5dr

£12,888

Finance available £266 pm

1.5L
54.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Jct9

01932509935 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - TDI Match 5-Door

£12,690

Finance available £261 pm

2L
65.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Whitley Bay Motors LTD

01916075847 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£23,490

Finance available £462 pm

1.5L
12.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - SE TSI BLUEMOTION TECH AUTO ESTATE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£10,999

1.4L
31.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Roundstone Car Sales

01903944818 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£17,950

Finance available £348 pm

2L
92.7K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

IJ Motors & Commercials

02890023175 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

1.5L
39.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Roadside Motors

02838298746 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.6 TDi 105 SE 5dr

£2,199

1.6L
145.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Fairfield Car Centre

01615196713 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.0 TSI 115 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,798

1L
22.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (East Kilbride)

01355203632 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,690

Finance available £384 pm

2L
27.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

JF Cars Southwest Ltd

01460201372 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 5-Door

Reduced

£6,200

2L
119.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Toto Motors Ltd

01616727281 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,298

44.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Ayr Kia

01292434388 *

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 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 (2016 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 / 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

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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