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.

5,054 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.4 Golf S TSI 2dr

Low Mileage

£5,250

1.4L
76.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

Vortex Cars Limited

01614700153 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£12,990

Finance available £268 pm

2L
106.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Sr Motor Group

01753379107 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (64) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£6,500

Finance available £123 pm

1.4L
90.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

PRO AUTOCARS LTD

01256587054 *

Volkswagen Golf2012 (12) - 1.6 SE TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 2d 104 BHP 2-Door

Reduced

£5,995

1.6L
74.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Convertible

D & J Autos Ltd

01525300684 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£14,950

Finance available £312 pm

1.5L
89.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

BMR NI

02890023178 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 Etsi 150 R-Line 5Dr Dsg

£18,999

1.5L
36.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Usedirect Portadown

02838298700 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,895

1.5L
85.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

TheCarHouse.co.uk

01482249182 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 S 5dr

£6,750

Finance available £128 pm

1.6L
95.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Richard Sloan Cars

02890023215 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£16,495

Finance available £278 pm

2L
61.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Brown Cars

02890023186 *

Volkswagen Golf(12) - 2.0 TSI R (Leather) DSG 4Motion Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,949

27.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

4.4/5 Stars

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

£12,290

Finance available £252 pm

1.6L
59.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

TM Car Sales Ltd

02475187136 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£13,299

Finance available £275 pm

1.6L
37.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

FOW Trafford

01616969155 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (65) - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.4L
63.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Manor Garage Car Sales

01603516693 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
85.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cheadle Car Sales

01613887701 *

Volkswagen Golf2011 - SE TDI DSG 5-Door

Reduced

£2,995

1.6L
142.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

ALLCARS(sales)LIMITEDT/aAllcars

01945664266 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 TSI 204 Match eHybrid 5dr DSG Hatchback

Low Mileage

£31,155

1.5L
523.0
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Huddersfield

01484501073 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Style 5-Door

£16,497

Finance available £332 pm

2L
49.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Carsupermarket.com Newcastle

01916070812 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£14,895

1.5L
27.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr

£22,598

1.5L
14.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Milton Keynes

01416118716 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,498

1.6L
40.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (East Kilbride)

01355203634 *

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 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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