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.

5,056 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.6 TDI Match Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,150

Finance available £227 pm

1.6L
66.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Car Planet Barnet

02039577301 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr DSG

£3,995

1.4L
126.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

ENZO CARS & VANS LTD

01254916863 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 - 2.0 TDI CR S 5-Door

Low Mileage

£2,995

2L
123.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Ls Automotive Ltd

01953661927 *

Volkswagen Golf2000 (79) - 0l 5-Door

Low Mileage

£995

1.6L
130.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

SPIRIT MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED

01204968919 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (71) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,999

1.5L
22.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

HPL Motors Preston

01772957419 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.4 TSI 150 GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£8,994

1.4L
44.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Cars 4 U

02038731380 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,990

Finance available £313 pm

1.5L
45.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Gurus

01144780031 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (64) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,949

Finance available £222 pm

1.4L
24.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

Reduced

£4,295

1.4L
142.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cars of Kinson

01202001903 *

3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 1.4 TSI GT Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (160 ps)

Low Mileage

£4,489

1.4L
72.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carbase - Weston

01934313340 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,299

1.6L
82.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

A30 Car Sales of Hook

01256634773 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

£8,945

Finance available £178 pm

2L
114.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

McNulty Motors Ltd

02887441320 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (72) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£18,280

Finance available £355 pm

1.4L
35.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Wembley Prestige Cars

02037803372 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr Petrol Estate

Low Mileage

£15,800

1L
9.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Vertu Volkswagen Huddersfield

01484501073 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,490

Finance available £359 pm

1.5L
23.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mervyn Stewart Used Select

02895908140 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.0 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

£13,995

Finance available £235 pm

1L
38.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

RSG MOTOR GROUP

01344204666 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 1.9 TDI Match DSG 5dr

Low Mileage

£1,985

1.9L
114.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

XA Cars Ltd

01753989177 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 Tsi 150 Life 5Dr

£16,416

1.5L
37.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Volkswagen Northallerton

01609710554 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£10,295

Finance available £208 pm

2L
83.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Pavilion Motor Company

01614139866 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (320 ps)

£23,466

Finance available £512 pm

2L
69.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Weston

01934313340 *

4.5/5 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 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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