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.
5,120 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale
Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG
15£9,995
Finance available £201 pm
- 2L
- Miles
98.8K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Hatchback
IDEAL CARS ESSEX LIMITED
Volkswagen Golf1997 (R) - 2.0 Avantgarde 2dr
9Low Mileage
£2,495
- 2L
- Miles
135.3K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Convertible
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Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 3dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (30
43£12,970
- 2L
- Miles
99.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Hatchback
Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
67Reduced
£17,995
- 2L
- Miles
51.3K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Hatchback
TML Cars Ltd
Volkswagen Golf2005 (05) - 2.0 TFSI GTI DSG 5dr
33£11,995
- 2L
- Miles
20.9K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Hatchback
LCC Car Sales Limited
Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
50£19,775
Finance available £394 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
27.3K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Volkswagen Golf2015 (4W) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s)
13£10,837
- 2L
- Miles
115.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr
12Reduced
£21,000
- 1.5L
- Miles
14.4K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
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Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
30Reduced
£10,495
Finance available £212 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
20.9K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Hatchback
Top Gear Harrow Ltd
Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Life Hatchback 5dr
7£15,349
- 1.5L
- Miles
62.3K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- Hatchback
Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
31Low Mileage
£21,200
Finance available £415 pm
- 2L
- Miles
37.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Hatchback
Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG
19£19,498
- 2L
- Miles
63.7K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Hatchback
Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr DSG
25£10,990
Finance available £223 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
85.0K
- Petrol
- Semi Auto
- Estate
Riverside SEAT Hull
Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG
39£17,849
Finance available £365 pm
- 2L
- Miles
58.7K
- Diesel
- Semi Auto
- Hatchback
Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG
35£22,699
Finance available £475 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
22.2K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- Hatchback
Motorpoint Newport
Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)
32£17,995
Finance available £349 pm
- 2L
- Miles
66.4K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Hatchback
Rightcarmove Ltd
Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG
50£16,995
Finance available £357 pm
- 2L
- Miles
71.1K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Hatchback
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Body Style
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Fuel Type
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Transmission
Colour
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Registration Year
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Drivetrain
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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Engines and transmissions
Few cars have as many engine and transmission configurations available as the Volkswagen Golf. All include the option of a six-speed manual or seven-speed automatic.
Petrol- Regular variants range from 110 to 150bhp.
- GTI and R versions produce 241bhp and 320bhp respectively.
- 204bhp plug-in hybrid provides up to 42 miles of electric-only driving before switching to petrol/electric hybrid power.
- PHEV earns a maximum of 299.6 mpg.
- 115 or 150bhp TDI engines available.
- Returns fuel efficiency numbers that can reach more than 60mpg.
Practicality
The Volkswagen Golf is one the top choices for a family car, with a focus on interior space and quality, comfort and high-tech safety features.
Interior space- Four adults fit comfortably.
- Adjustable front seats make getting comfortable a breeze.
- Easy to outfit a child seat in the rear because of the wide door opening.
- 381-litre boot space is comparable to the BMW 1 Series and Audi A3.
- Ski hatch and shopping hooks make boot space versatile.
- Maximum 1,237-litre boot with back seat folded down.
Safety
- Euro NCAP gives a perfect five-star rating.
- Eight airbags are standard.
- Safety kit includes automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control and lane assist.
Technology
- 10-inch digital cockpit gauges are easy to view.
- Voice control system allows drivers to keep hands on the wheel.
- Premium Harman Kardon sound system allows for better audio quality.
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Different generations of used Volkswagen Golf
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 (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
Used Volkswagen Golf FAQ's
What is a Golf TDI?
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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