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.

5,183 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R DSG 4MOTION Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,495

Finance available £257 pm

2L
94.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Pavilion Motor Company

01614139866 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,998

1.5L
22.8K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Southampton

01414839954 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (72) - 1.4 TSI 13kWh Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (2

£17,000

Finance available £350 pm

1.4L
37.6K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 2.0 TSI R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (320 ps)

Low Mileage

£33,500

Finance available £711 pm

2L
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Hatchback

Big Motoring World Norwich

01603567768 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£14,697

Finance available £294 pm

1.5L
39.2K
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Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Hessle

01482947558 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.0 eTSI Life 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,298

1L
19.4K
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Hatchback

Clydebank Used Car Centre

01414839926 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.4 TSI 125 MATCH BlueMotion TOP SPEC with 1 YRS MOT 5-Door

£7,750

Finance available £151 pm

1.4L
87.2K
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Hatchback

Acado Car Sales Ltd

01463215190 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£27,690

Finance available £548 pm

1.5L
3.8K
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Manual
Hatchback

Evans Halshaw Ford Hull

01482421637 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.6L
71.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Mayfair Car and Hire LTD

02038730240 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.4 TSI S Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps)

£11,995

Finance available £246 pm

1.4L
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Hatchback

Taylor Motor Group (Farndon Road)

01636554121 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.4 0d

Low Mileage

£5,995

1.4L
42.5K
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Cars4You Ltd (Straiton)

01665660510 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr

Reduced

£24,995

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2L
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Hatchback

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02895908087 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£20,450

Finance available £400 pm

2L
46.8K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

IJ Motors & Commercials

02890023175 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 (25) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Black Edition 5dr DSG

£31,990

1.5L
1.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Worcester

01902240177 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 2.0 TDI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£25,990

Finance available £491 pm

2L
50.0
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Diesel
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Estate

Crewe Volkswagen

01270445669 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI (EVO) 2023MY Style Edition 5-Door

Low Mileage

£20,291

1.5L
15.2K
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Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

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01489661105 *

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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Petrol
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Hatchback

ARJ MOTORS

01932507141 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
84.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

SMCARS (LTD)

02830447097 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (73) - 1.5 TSI R-Line Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£19,640

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1.5L
30.2K
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Select Motors GB

02037808222 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

£21,998

1.5L
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Huddersfield Fiat / Abarth / Jeep / Alfa Romeo

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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 3dr DSG

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