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.

5,196 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI MATCH HATCHBACK 5DR PETROL MANUAL EURO 5 (122 PS)

Reduced

£8,599

Finance available £170 pm

1.4L
63.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Northumberland Motor Village

01665660980 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£8,000

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
75.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

London Car Market

02037637051 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.4 tsi bluemotion DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
66.5K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Cardiff Motors

02921921384 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£9,850

Finance available £198 pm

1.6L
84.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Crawford Car Sales (NI) Ltd

02889440217 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£24,999

Finance available £493 pm

2L
38.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Rom Motors Ltd

01455240096 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£19,999

Finance available £416 pm

2L
15.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Motorpoint Burnley

01282504324 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

2L
93.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

The Car Lot

01482699308 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps) - CAR-NET AP

Low Mileage

£16,652

Finance available £329 pm

1.5L
23.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Durham

01388217377 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr finance available

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

1.6L
93.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Axholme Car Exchange Limited

01724514216 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match 5dr DSG

£13,295

Finance available £275 pm

1.5L
67.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Crossroads Motors Chillham

01227230545 *

3.3/5 Stars

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

£25,200

Finance available £435 pm

2L
29.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI 105 S 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,250

Finance available £140 pm

1.6L
90.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Brian McManus Car Sales Ltd

02890021675 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£15,799

Finance available £324 pm

1.5L
38.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Edinburgh

01312028747 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

2L
96.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Motor People

01613887786 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£12,002

1.4L
30.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Vauxhall Knaresborough

01423396245 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (230 p

Low Mileage

£16,995

Finance available £357 pm

2L
53.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Orwell Motors

01383661016 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr DSG

£6,499

Finance available £123 pm

1.6L
113.8K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Boston Car Centre

07470022010 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,498

1.5L
12.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Wolverhampton Motorstore / Vanstore

01902240180 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (62)

Reduced

£7,900

Finance available £154 pm

2L
37.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

AUTO IMPORTS

01865410504 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TDI R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
67.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Grayswood Cars

01428771375 *

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 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 (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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