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.

5,115 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (184 p

Low Mileage

£12,225

2L
67.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Reynolds Motor Group

01268208363 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI GTE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,850

Finance available £153 pm

1.4L
111.7K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s)

£9,495

Finance available £190 pm

1.4L
92.3K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars 4 You Ltd

01506376842 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,495

Finance available £234 pm

2L
107.9K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Chase Lane Motors

01702904126 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£16,895

Finance available £362 pm

1.5L
42.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Range Manchester

01618048254 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£20,698

1.5L
27.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Edinburgh Sighthill MS / Fiat / Abarth / BYD

01313702482 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.0 eTSI MHEV Life Estate 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

£12,300

1L
65.2K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Estate

Stoneacre Derby

01332318241 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT R-Line Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,990

1.4L
67.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Keywise Cars Ltd

01392344397 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£18,498

1.5L
26.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Chesterfield Motorstore / Vanstore

01246381032 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£23,200

Finance available £486 pm

2L
16.3K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TSI GTI 3dr DSG

£11,295

Finance available £230 pm

2L
87.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Grosvenor Cars Norfolk

01493808752 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr DSG

£3,275

1.6L
106.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

Barnyard Trade Cars Limited

01788227357 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£5,497

2L
109.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

CSN Motors Limited

01271441169 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI 310 R 3dr 4MOTION

Reduced

£10,500

2L
182.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

4motion Cars

01733977717 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

£7,750

2L
107.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

www.familycarsni.com

02890026946 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (320 ps) - PADDLE S

£32,121

Finance available £667 pm

2L
13.6K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Bolton

01204323445 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 3dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£22,295

2L
25.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£23,490

1.5L
10.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Evesham

01386571259 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£22,697

Finance available £465 pm

1.5L
6.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsupermarket.com Newcastle

01916070812 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£21,190

1.5L
10.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

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 (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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