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 Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line 3dr

Low Mileage

£13,599

Finance available £273 pm

1.5L
46.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 2.0 TSI 300 R 5dr 4MOTION DSG

£20,899

Finance available £431 pm

2L
54.2K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

cinch

01792001651 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.5 TSI Match 5dr

£21,956

1.5L
11.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - MK8 Facelift 1.5 eTSI (150ps) Match DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£26,990

1.5L
2.1K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£33,498

2L
24.1K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark MG (East Kilbride)

01355203630 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TSI R 3dr DSG

£8,995

2L
102.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

SM CARS (LANCASTER) LTD

01524938893 *

3.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Hatchback DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps) 5-Door

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1.6L
70.6K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Sandford Garage

01779401060 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£34,998

2L
12.7K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore / BYD (Linwood)

01414736404 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

£16,777

Finance available £324 pm

2L
92.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cartime Bury

01613887693 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.0 TSI 115 Match 5dr DSG

£13,998

1L
57.3K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Peugeot/SEAT/Cupra/Skoda (Edinburgh)

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£11,950

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2L
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Hatchback

DR-CC (DR Car Company)

01143086588 *

Volkswagen Golf1989 (79) - GTI 3-Door

Low Mileage

£17,995

1.8L
157.1K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Enkae Prestige Motors

01484240747 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - Gtd Tdi Dsg 5-Door

£25,920

Finance available £512 pm

2L
28.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Hippo Motor Group Peterborough

01733666887 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£16,700

Finance available £344 pm

1.5L
34.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 Golf Match Edition TSi Evo 5dr

Reduced

£10,295

Finance available £169 pm

1.5L
88.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01922665543 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.4 TSI 13kWh Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,495

Finance available £271 pm

1.4L
46.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Wrights Motors

01366310748 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 35.8kWh e-Golf Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£10,695

Finance available £217 pm

25.5K
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Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

Luks car sales garage ltd

01162162323 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.0 TSI Life Hatchback 5 Dr

Reduced

£13,995

1L
33.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Victoria Motors Ltd

01747440831 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 Golf GTi TSi Semi-Auto 5dr

£23,950

Finance available £471 pm

2L
48.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Bournemouth Cars

01202051971 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (11) - 1.4 TSI SE DSG Euro 5 5dr

£7,949

Finance available £155 pm

1.4L
20.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

M Cars Surrey Ltd

01342649540 *

4.4/5 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 (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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