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.

5,250 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

£27,990

1.5L
1.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2005 (05) - 1.6 FSI SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual (163 g/km, 113 bhp)

Low Mileage

£1,995

1.6L
83.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CHORLTON CAR SALES LTD

01614705611 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Reduced

£12,995

2L
75.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AQS CAR SPECIALISTS

01733306260 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 Golf GT BlueMotion Technology TDI 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,695

2L
29.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Grays of Holbeach

01406430115 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,998

1.5L
12.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Bolton)

01204324180 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2006 (06) - 1.9 SE TDI 5dr

£995

1.9L
260.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

M & Y Car Sales

01952984337 *

3.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 2.0 TFSI GTI Edition 30 Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG (188 g/km, 227 bhp)

Low Mileage

£9,995

2L
76.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MSR PRESTIGE LTD

01254919241 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr

£15,498

1L
36.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Sydenham

01414839958 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI 310 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG- Heated Front Seats SEMI-AUTO

£19,995

2L
63.6K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

TrustFord Belfast (Newtownards Road)

02890026951 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£21,399

Finance available £419 pm

1.5L
26.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorplus Car Supermarket

01633742350 *

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

£10,000

Finance available £201 pm

1.6L
89.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Hammond Cars Ipswich

01473927579 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

£26,999

2L
20.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

HPL Motors Stockport

01615298284 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£26,498

2L
9.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Shrewsbury)

01743291338 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr

Reduced

£2,495

1.6L
179.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

MY ISHAQ LTD

01217525785 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(15) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,613

119.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Not Supplied

Horsepower Motor Centre Ltd

01732927681 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr DSG Auto

Reduced

£5,450

Finance available £99 pm

1.4L
98.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Birmingham Motors Ltd

01217525226 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£18,495

Finance available £359 pm

2L
78.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Clear Car Group Ltd

01616696927 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,199

1.5L
42.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

HPL Motors Oldham

01612416881 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
56.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Easy Carz

01582211012 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 Tsi Gti Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 s/s 245 Ps

£23,195

2L
55.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

EMG Motor Group Spalding

01775661268 *

4.8/5 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 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 (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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