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.

5,065 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.0 TSI Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,295

Finance available £163 pm

1L
63.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wednesbury Carsale

01217288861 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2008 - 2.0 TDI SE Estate 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 4 (140 ps)

£2,290

2L
185.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Your Motoring Limited

01487800643 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen GolfGTI ULEZ compliant 5-Door

Reduced

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

2L
59.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Atlan Motors (London) Ltd

02038895374 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,450

1.5L
103.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Windmill Motors Ltd

01778308209 *

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

£5,495

Finance available £100 pm

1.6L
107.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Renown Motors

01613887637 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5-Door

Low Mileage

£22,397

Finance available £459 pm

1.5L
6.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Hessle

01482947558 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) - LED - HE

£19,526

Finance available £389 pm

1.5L
29.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carsa Gloucester

01452227227 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Reduced

£21,650

Finance available £424 pm

2L
40.6K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Sam Creith Motors Ltd

02890026942 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£22,995

Finance available £375 pm

1.5L
2.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Norman Motors Poole

01202076853 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG Auto

£18,205

2L
33.5K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Reading

01189077016 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr Manual

Low Mileage

£19,999

1.5L
24.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

TrustFord Ballymena

02890022273 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI SE 5dr

£10,750

Finance available £218 pm

1.6L
66.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Martin Traynor Motors

02838299002 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr DSG

£9,495

Finance available £190 pm

2L
120.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

J.K. Car Sales NI LTD

02890023682 *

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

Reduced

£15,490

Finance available £311 pm

1.5L
37.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Penton Citroen Salisbury

01722445449 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,700

Finance available £244 pm

1.4L
30.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Norwich

01603567768 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

£17,249

Finance available £356 pm

1.5L
38.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Glasgow

01412601249 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,485

Finance available £400 pm

1.5L
8.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SERE Lisburn

02892791416 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 TDI SE Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (105 ps)

Low Mileage

£4,495

Finance available £78 pm

1.6L
93.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

PEMBROKESHIRE CAR & VAN SALES LTD

01994220015 *

3.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - SE 1.6 TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY just 59,000m, £20 tax+cambelt changed 5-Door

Low Mileage

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.6L
59.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cars of Chichester

01243216738 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Cabriolet Euro 5 (s/s) 2dr

Low Mileage

£5,750

Finance available £106 pm

1.6L
73.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

Yorkshire Vehicle Solutions Harrogate Ltd

01423648648 *

0/5 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 (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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