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.

5,140 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI GTI Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,800

Finance available £345 pm

2L
48.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Autohaven Motors Ltd

01494311306 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (62) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE 2dr DIESEL CONVERTIBLE STUNNING CAR! LOW MILES!

Low Mileage

£5,999

Finance available £112 pm

2L
70.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Gordon Fielder Cars Ltd

01527368645 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£16,950

Finance available £356 pm

1.5L
52.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Mallusk

02890026957 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDi 105 BlueMotion Tech Match 5dr

£2,995

1.6L
142.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Mintys Car Sales Ltd

01843269124 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1.6L
91.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Elm Motor Company

01752749650 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.4 TSI GTE 5dr DSG

£27,498

1.4L
30.0
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,800

Finance available £107 pm

1.6L
84.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

OTR Motors

01612416878 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - TSI R 5-Door

Low Mileage

£24,995

Finance available £493 pm

2L
32.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Newmachar Motors Ltd

01651260106 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT 5dr

£11,998

1.5L
60.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Hexham Used Car Centre

01434629849 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,999

Finance available £433 pm

1.5L
14.9K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

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 Golf2019 - GT TDI 5-Door

Reduced

£10,990

Finance available £223 pm

1.6L
64.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

CSK Motors

01709288247 *

3.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£15,999

Finance available £328 pm

1.5L
34.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Birtley

01913387241 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 99kW e-Golf 35kWh 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£11,749

Finance available £233 pm

26.2K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

cinch

01452227360 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,899

Finance available £366 pm

1.5L
14.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£11,998

1.4L
59.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Newcastle OMODA / JAECOO

01913387320 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (150 ps

Reduced

£4,795

Finance available £85 pm

2L
147.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Swale Auto Sales II LTD

01748906162 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr £20 ROAD

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

1.6L
105.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Trade Sales South Wales Ltd

02920027059 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£26,950

Finance available £533 pm

2L
27.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Agnew Volkswagen Belfast

02890021959 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr

£14,998

1.5L
44.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Exeter

01414839930 *

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 (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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