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 (63) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (122 ps

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£6,450

1.4L
79.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Clitheroe Road Car Sales

01282501662 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.0 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,500

Finance available £361 pm

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13.2K
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Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

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

Low Mileage

£23,400

Finance available £490 pm

1.5L
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Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

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Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 Golf R-Line TDI BlueMotion Technology Semi-Auto 5dr

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£11,290

2L
95.9K
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Hatchback

City Motors (Cambs) Ltd

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4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

Low Mileage

£26,449

Finance available £557 pm

2L
12.7K
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Hatchback

Motorpoint Newport

01633493027 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - Volkswagen Golf Life Tsi 5-Door

£17,250

Finance available £348 pm

1.5L
41.5K
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Hatchback

Dales SEAT at Scorrier

01209704144 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (24) - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

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£23,490

1.5L
1.8K
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Hatchback

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01902240177 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

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£6,200

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1.6L
49.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Oldbury Car Sales

01216474046 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDi 105 S 5dr New MOT included

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£3,995

1.6L
95.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Hamilton Motors

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Volkswagen Golf2018 - R TSI 1 FORMER KEEPER FULL SERVICE HISTORY 5-Door

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£20,750

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2L
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Hatchback

The Premium Car Collection Ltd

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Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 2dr

£1,245

1.6L
137.6K
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Convertible

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01213872419 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI GT 3dr

£6,450

2L
109.9K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Carmichael Cars

02890023196 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£22,940

2L
48.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evans Halshaw Ford Preston

01772595651 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

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£18,995

Finance available £370 pm

2L
43.5K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

S&O AUTOMOTIVE LTD

01143089077 *

Volkswagen Golf1990 - 1.8 GTI 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,990

1.8L
145.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carz-4-U

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3.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf(14) - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£6,975

93.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

GMC MOTORS B'HAM LIMITED

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Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,150

Finance available £269 pm

1.5L
52.3K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,490

Finance available £167 pm

2L
102.1K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Park Road Garages Ltd

01234862513 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr Manual

£20,900

1.5L
26.9K
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Manual
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

01452227271 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.0 TSI SE NAVIGATION 5-Door

£10,699

Finance available £217 pm

1L
75.0K
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Manual
Hatchback

Bexhill Motors Dorset Road

01424230370 *

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 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 (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 (2016 to 2020)

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
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

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