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.

5,266 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

£22,698

1.5L
11.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,695

Finance available £172 pm

2L
66.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Albert Abbott Motors

01604343641 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TSI 333 R Black Edition 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£43,266

2L
1.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Oldham Audi

01613887651 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,698

1.5L
32.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Exeter

01414839930 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.0 TSI Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£16,895

1L
23.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

South Hereford Volkswagen Hereford

01432809890 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (65) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,499

Finance available £168 pm

1.6L
74.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Magor Motor Company

01633741705 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,795

1.5L
38.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Specialist Cars Dunfermline

01383347079 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI Life DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,000

Finance available £223 pm

2L
111.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Formby Car Centre

01515410426 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI 150 Active 5dr

£17,490

1.5L
42.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Coventry

02476936618 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

Reduced

£9,495

Finance available £190 pm

1.6L
96.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Newport Motor Company

01566700819 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE Nav 5-Door

Low Mileage

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1.5L
60.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

High Grange Motor Company Ltd

01325525257 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 1.6 Golf Match Edition TDI BlueMotion Technology 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,500

Finance available £212 pm

1.6L
38.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Ceir Seiont Cars LTD

01248663519 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

Reduced

£17,499

Finance available £339 pm

2L
45.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

John Griffiths Cars Ltd

01778308207 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

1.6L
70.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Jack McCaughern Trade Sales

02890023686 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£27,500

Finance available £486 pm

2L
19.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

£20,398

1.5L
46.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Vauxhall Lichfield

01543228295 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£24,998

2L
29.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Swansea

01414839956 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£16,499

1.5L
12.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Ford Kings Norton

01217288857 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (63) - 2.0 TSI R Cabriolet DSG Euro 5 2dr

Low Mileage

£9,295

Finance available £185 pm

2L
80.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

Cotswolds Cars and Commercials Ltd

07860560059 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£30,800

Finance available £530 pm

2L
11.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Camberley

01276983839 *

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 (2016 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 / 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

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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