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 Golf2020 (70) - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr DSG

£19,995

2L
46.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Wolverhampton

01902544572 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 - R 5-Door

Low Mileage

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

2L
45.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Jap Motor Cars Ltd

01773304675 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 3dr

£10,450

Finance available £211 pm

2L
115.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Auto Pro X

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Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG

£5,250

Finance available £95 pm

2L
181.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr DSG

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1.6L
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2025 - GTE .5 TSI (272ps) DSG 5-Door

£30,699

Finance available £584 pm

1.5L
3.0K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£12,399

2L
44.5K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

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

£8,000

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
96.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hounslow Cars Ltd

02039537374 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (13) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£7,490

Finance available £145 pm

1.4L
67.3K
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Not Supplied

Motor Plug Teesside Ltd

01642573700 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£4,650

Finance available £82 pm

1.6L
123.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

S Rafferty Car Sales Ltd

02841330081 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI GTD BlueLine DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£17,490

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2L
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4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 Tdi Bluemotion Tech S Hatchback 5-Door

Reduced

£4,975

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1.6L
119.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

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01217285878 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£28,479

Finance available £565 pm

2L
17.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Autopoint

01436647028 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,326

Finance available £231 pm

1.5L
85.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Thornbury Car Centre

01454800976 *

Volkswagen Golf1983 (Y) - 1.8 GTI 3dr

Low Mileage

£42,950

Finance available £862 pm

1.8L
102.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Autologix Ltd

01246382878 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

£6,499

Finance available £134 pm

1.6L
0.0
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

South Yorkshire Motors Ltd

01977802191 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£15,549

Finance available £318 pm

1.5L
36.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Sheffield

01143086607 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - VOLKSWAGEN Golf 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hy

Low Mileage

£14,895

1.4L
33.1K
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Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Chiswick Honda

02038934344 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr DSG Automatic

£10,050

1.4L
75.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

01452227271 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.6 TDI 105 BlueMotion Tech S 5dr

Reduced

£3,500

Finance available £56 pm

1.6L
128.0K
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M&M Automotive

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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 3dr DSG

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