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.

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Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£18,290

Finance available £355 pm

1.5L
47.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Farnham Volkswagen

01252916356 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 - 1.6 S, 88,000 2009 5-Door

Low Mileage

£3,495

Finance available £56 pm

1.6L
88.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

PTC Motor Company

01752982750 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 2.0 GT TDI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5d 148 BHP 5-Door

Reduced

£14,995

2L
49.7K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Formula 1 Car Supermarket

01324464853 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 - TSI R 20 Years 5-Door

£39,995

Finance available £801 pm

2L
11.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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02893440727 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,990

Finance available £156 pm

2L
126.1K
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Automatic
Hatchback

MUSTANG AUTOS LIMITED

01535280746 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£21,576

Finance available £441 pm

1.5L
28.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsupermarket.com Newcastle

01916070812 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£17,499

Finance available £357 pm

1.5L
39.9K
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Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£14,749

Finance available £298 pm

2L
72.3K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,490

Finance available £257 pm

2L
68.1K
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Hatchback

SR Motors

01793268063 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

2L
70.0K
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Hatchback

MW Performance

01244569177 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,495

Finance available £346 pm

2L
65.0K
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Hatchback

Run About Autos LTD

01756636620 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£15,720

1.5L
40.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Peugeot Cambridge

01223622672 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 TSI 272 GTE eHybrid 5dr DSG Auto

£32,567

1.5L
6.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,698

2L
26.7K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Armadale Citroen / Vanstore

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

2L
115.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Westgate Motor Centre

01274089104 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI SE Nav DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1.6L
73.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Vise Ltd

02039467655 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI 300 GTI Clubsport 45 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£36,950

Finance available £739 pm

2L
11.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Ballyrobert at Mallusk

02890021668 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO SE [Nav] 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£14,449

Finance available £294 pm

1.5L
36.5K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Birmingham

01217525223 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) A

Reduced

£20,499

Finance available £400 pm

1.5L
20.8K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Cartime Bury

01613887693 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT 5dr DSG

Reduced

£17,498

1.5L
20.5K
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Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Wishaw)

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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 (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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