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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Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 3dr

Reduced

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1.6L
45.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

S L Cars

01985800653 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech S DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,184

Finance available £183 pm

1.4L
57.0K
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Automatic
Hatchback

New Street Car Centre

01952967003 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£19,498

1.5L
15.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Greenock

01475601914 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£12,999

Finance available £260 pm

1.5L
66.4K
Miles
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Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG

£22,490

Finance available £441 pm

1.4L
29.7K
Miles
Hybrid
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Hatchback

Camberley Volkswagen

01276543130 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (130ps) Style EVO Manual

£16,000

1.5L
45.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Bath

01225617306 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.4L
30.2K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Top Gear Harrow Ltd

02038895522 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£9,850

Finance available £198 pm

1.6L
84.1K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Crawford Car Sales (NI) Ltd

02889440217 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£15,599

Finance available £316 pm

1.5L
33.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr DSG

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.6L
76.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

SMV MOTORS

02892791555 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,990

Finance available £179 pm

2L
33.9K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

HALLAM CAR SALES LTD

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Volkswagen Golf2016 (65) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (184 ps)

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

2L
89.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Hartlepool Motor Company Ltd

01429807308 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£23,850

1.5L
18.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

JMC Stratford Ltd

01789338314 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

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£17,250

Finance available £334 pm

1.5L
43.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

O'Loughlin Brothers

02879440950 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
56.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Town & Country Cars

02890026954 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) - 17IN ALL

£17,330

Finance available £343 pm

1.5L
40.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Mountsorrel

01162165589 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 S 5dr

£7,250

Finance available £140 pm

1.6L
98.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

McNulty Motors Ltd

02887441320 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr

£9,499

Finance available £190 pm

1.4L
66.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Brookside Garage

01407888489 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.0 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

£12,985

Finance available £268 pm

1L
64.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

TIME MOTORS LIMITED

01156849371 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDI Match Euro 5 5dr

£3,990

1.6L
112.1K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Keywise Cars Ltd

01392344397 *

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 (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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