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.

5,193 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - TSI 125 DSG Match Edition 5-Door

Low Mileage

£11,799

1.4L
44.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Hendy Nissan Crawley

01293222745 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (220 p

Low Mileage

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
80.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bateman & Lynch Cars (Tavistock)

01822661267 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr

£14,645

Finance available £305 pm

1.5L
51.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Palmers Mitsubishi Hemel Hempsted

01442503952 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£7,950

Finance available £155 pm

1.6L
95.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Rory Gaffney Cars

02838298749 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 110 SE 5DR LEFT HAND DRIVE LHD PORTUGUESE REGISTERED

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

1.6L
96.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

The Left Hand Drive Car Showroom Ltd

01895548158 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI Style 5dr DSG

£24,798

1.5L
1.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Edinburgh Seafield Motorstore / Vanstore

01316034404 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,250

Finance available £184 pm

2L
120.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Smart Car Sales Blackburn Ltd

01254919297 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£24,400

Finance available £481 pm

2L
36.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Seraph Cars

01923587567 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£12,675

Finance available £261 pm

2L
60.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

The Witley Car Company Ltd

01428771120 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (320 ps)

Low Mileage

£37,700

Finance available £673 pm

2L
4.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£23,995

Finance available £472 pm

2L
39.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Whyte Croft Car Sales Ltd

01689662075 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps) Automatic

£21,595

Finance available £423 pm

2L
52.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

TrustFord Glasgow

01412601245 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,200

Finance available £338 pm

1.5L
19.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,500

Finance available £101 pm

1.6L
100.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

OTR Motors

01612416878 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£23,890

1.5L
5.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

£22,298

1.5L
13.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Greenock

01475601914 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (65) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£9,690

Finance available £194 pm

2L
74.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

ATA CARS LTD

02037808889 *

Volkswagen Golf2010 (59) - 1.6 TDi 105 SE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.6L
106.3K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Drive With Us Ltd

01215166155 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI SE Nav 3-Door

Low Mileage

£13,495

Finance available £296 pm

1.4L
26.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cavendish UK Car Sales Limited

01787323385 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 2.0 TSI R Black Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (333

£42,995

2L
4.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Enkae Prestige Motors

01484240747 *

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 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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