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.

5,132 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

1.6L
171.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Eddie Mallon Motors

02837440447 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match 5-Door

£6,295

Finance available £118 pm

1.6L
108.6K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

JR Motors Livingston Ltd

01506353424 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 Tsi Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 s/s 130 Ps

£14,495

Finance available £295 pm

1.5L
62.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

EMG Motor Group Duxford

01223650664 *

4.9/5 Stars

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

£9,499

2L
101.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

AL PRESTIGE CARS LTD

02380017157 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 2.0 TSI R Black Edition DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£43,990

Finance available £883 pm

2L
3.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Tamebridge Cars Ltd

01642049641 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) 10

£14,250

Finance available £272 pm

1.5L
78.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cartime Rochdale

01615298277 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf1988 (F) - 1.8 GTi 2dr

Reduced

£6,950

Finance available £133 pm

1.8L
161.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

M&M Automotive

01590631653 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,479

1.5L
14.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Superstore Derby

01252960119 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.2 TSI S 5dr

£1,789

1.2L
161.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

BEECHES MOTOR ZONE LTD

01535280436 *

Volkswagen Golf1990 (H) - 1.8 GTi 16V 3dr

Low Mileage

£10,990

Finance available £223 pm

1.8L
150.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Denovan Motor Co Ltd

01786232417 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

Reduced

£8,750

Finance available £173 pm

1.6L
57.8K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Adam Auto Sales Limited

01143089075 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

2L
71.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Atlantic Motors

01736806430 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£14,200

Finance available £244 pm

1.5L
41.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£29,990

1.5L
564.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.6 TDI S 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,950

Finance available £348 pm

1.6L
8.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

J.A.Hegarty Motors

02890023678 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (230 ps)

Reduced

£18,495

2L
55.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Baglan Car Centre

01639501146 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£22,551

1.5L
18.7K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Barnstaple

01271443056 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 - S 5-Door

Low Mileage

£4,995

1.4L
51.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Top Gear Stoke

01782432847 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (130ps) Style EVO

£15,942

1.5L
46.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (320 ps)

£31,800

Finance available £556 pm

2L
20.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

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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