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.

5,354 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI Style 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£21,889

1.5L
14.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

Marshall SKODA Letchworth

01462417944 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

2L
92.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Dereham Motor Company ltd

01362700376 *

3.9/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£33,400

Finance available £587 pm

2L
14.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£6,355

Finance available £120 pm

1.6L
122.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Forte Motors Ltd

01234237126 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£19,799

Finance available £412 pm

2L
15.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Motorpoint Burnley

01282504324 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£16,599

Finance available £338 pm

1.5L
68.9K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD 3-Door

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

2L
154.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

NATIONAL VEHICLE SUPPLIERS LTD

01182270649 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.0 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,989

Finance available £246 pm

1L
49.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorhub

01535281058 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (70) - 1.5 TSI Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£13,400

1.5L
67.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carworld Supermarket

01733794246 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.0 TSI 115 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,499

Finance available £279 pm

1L
39.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Victoria Road Motors LTD

01792001639 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

1.4L
98.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Rake Car Sales Ltd

01730770934 *

Volkswagen Golf1999 (T) - 1.8 S 2 DOOR

Reduced

£2,750

1.8L
104.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

M&M Automotive

01590631653 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s)

Low Mileage

£15,199

2L
59.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Southampton

01489663574 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2006 (06) - 2.0 TDI GT 3dr

£900

2L
170.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Mayfair Motors

01164029071 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (62) - 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech S Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£3,595

Finance available £58 pm

1.2L
92.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Top Gear Harrow Ltd

02038895522 *

Volkswagen Golf1990 - 1.8 GTI 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,990

Finance available £179 pm

1.8L
145.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carz-4-U

01733666885 *

3.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

2L
82.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Angmering Car Sales

01903924366 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - MK8 Facelift Match 1.5 TSI 150PS Hatch 5 Door Manual

£24,495

1.5L
18.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Port Talbot)

01639501372 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.6 TDI Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£12,800

Finance available £269 pm

1.6L
39.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Peterborough

01733971423 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,750

Finance available £218 pm

2L
44.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Eric Ellis Jones Brynsiriol Garage

01970600366 *

3.3/5 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 (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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