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.

5,143 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£23,990

1.5L
7.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Worcester

01902240177 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI 110 BlueMotion 5dr

£5,250

Finance available £95 pm

1.6L
109.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

DC Car Sales Ltd

01217288862 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - Life Tdi 5-Door

£18,950

Finance available £369 pm

2L
43.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

DOBIES CUMBRIA MOTORS LIMITED

01900511956 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£5,399

1.6L
111.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

WHEELS 4 LESS NORFOLK LTD

01603937331 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

£26,400

Finance available £522 pm

2L
57.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Sales NI Ltd

02882440438 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI 245 GTI Performance 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,649

Finance available £404 pm

2L
36.8K
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Hatchback

cinch

01513174824 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2004 (54) - 1.6 FSI SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,499

1.6L
72.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Tycoon Autos Ltd

02039112039 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr [Nav]

£11,010

2L
82.1K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Evans Halshaw Ford Bedford

01234987593 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.6 TDI SE 3dr

Low Mileage

£12,549

Finance available £250 pm

1.6L
40.6K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - MATCH EDITION TSI EVO DSG 5-Door

Reduced

£15,000

Finance available £313 pm

1.5L
47.7K
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Hatchback

Attenborough Cars

01302249082 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 1.4 TSI 150 GT 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£7,990

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
23.0K
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BABAN MOTORS

01216618726 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - R LINE EDITION TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5-Door

£9,495

Finance available £190 pm

2L
103.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Car City Bristol Limited TA CARHUB

01174400727 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.0 TSI SE Nav Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (110 bhp)

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1L
88.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Swale Auto Sales II LTD

01748906162 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - MK8 Hatchback 5-Dr 1.5 TSI (150ps) R-Line EVO

Low Mileage

£18,990

1.5L
23.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£24,100

Finance available £475 pm

2L
22.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Saxton 4x4

01245202306 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£19,499

Finance available £380 pm

1.5L
31.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Empressive Motor Company

01865591236 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

£12,000

1L
68.7K
Miles
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Manual
Hatchback

Stoneacre Darlington Renault

01325527849 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT R-Line Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

1.4L
58.3K
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Manual
Hatchback

ARJ MOTORS

01932507141 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,700

Finance available £322 pm

1.5L
22.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,498

1.5L
28.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Livingston)

01506539098 *

4.7/5 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 (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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