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.

5,127 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2014 - TDI BlueMotion Tech Match 5-Door

£4,795

Finance available £85 pm

1.6L
115.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Ej's Cars Limited

01782432157 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,014

Finance available £322 pm

1.5L
15.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Southampton

01489663574 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£23,990

Finance available £472 pm

2L
62.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Fermanagh Auto Sales

02868336501 *

Volkswagen Golf1996 (N) - 2.0 GTI Colour Concept 5dr

Reduced

£10,490

2L
83.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Pinnacle Cars Ltd

01143086613 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£16,300

1.5L
51.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carworld Superstore

01733978043 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£16,798

1.5L
31.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Kilmarnock Hyundai / Vanstore

01563590228 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 Tsi 125 Match Edition 5Dr Dsg

Low Mileage

£11,267

1.4L
55.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Guildford Volkswagen

01483375945 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG [Nav]

Reduced

£11,490

Finance available £234 pm

2L
44.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Northwest Cars And Commercials Ltd

01614139834 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 5 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£7,150

2L
95.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Norton Car Sales Limited

01616720268 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£9,750

Finance available £196 pm

2L
90.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Castle 4 Cars

02382146222 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,495

2L
111.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Motor People

01613887786 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG

£20,450

Finance available £400 pm

2L
33.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Sales NI Ltd

02882440438 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (61) - GTI EDITION 35 5-Door

Low Mileage

£10,495

Finance available £212 pm

2L
68.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

A To Z CAR POINT LTD

01217525298 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition 5-Door

£7,250

Finance available £140 pm

2L
113.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Walters Motor Group Loddon

01603937289 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.0 TSI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,975

Finance available £244 pm

1L
20.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Stevenage

01438584759 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (320 ps)

£24,990

Finance available £493 pm

2L
69.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Panacea Motors Ltd

01616727308 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.6 TDI Match Edition 5dr

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

1.6L
73.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Town & Country Cars

02890026954 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

2L
67.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars Of Conwy

01492525999 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 - 1.4 S 80 5dr [AC]

Low Mileage

£2,490

1.4L
104.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Michael McBratney Cars

02890024662 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£13,250

1.5L
59.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Atlas Autos Ltd

01206987248 *

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 (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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