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 Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,998

1.5L
5.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Solihull)

01215160456 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 2.0 TDI GT 5dr

Reduced

£5,650

Finance available £104 pm

2L
133.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

MCautosales

02879440626 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.6 Tdi Bluemotion Tech S Hatchback 5-Door

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£4,975

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
119.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

GMC MOTORS B'HAM LIMITED

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Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 TSI GTI 3dr

Low Mileage

£9,695

2L
70.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

NETHERTON ROAD CAR SALES LTD

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Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

1.4L
59.0K
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Manual
Hatchback

MB Motors

02825440802 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,989

Finance available £156 pm

2L
106.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Motorhub

01535281058 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,500

Finance available £235 pm

1.4L
48.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Chris W Roads Ltd

01773301938 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105

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£7,695

Finance available £150 pm

1.6L
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2010 (10) - 2.0 TDi 170 GTD 3dr ++ CLIMATE / ALLOYS / 12 MONTHS MOT ++

£4,975

Finance available £89 pm

2L
125.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Nick King Car Sales (Gloucester)

01452227299 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 Golf R-Line Edition TDI BlueMotion Technology 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
52.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Car Quay

01283244020 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.4 TSI eHybrid Style 5dr DSG Auto

£15,473

1.4L
62.1K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

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01271443056 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps

Low Mileage

£12,290

Finance available £257 pm

1.4L
32.0K
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Hatchback

Ponko

01223857211 *

4.4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT 2dr

Low Mileage

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

2L
74.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Convertible

VW Audi Auto Sales

02890026940 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£8,290

Finance available £163 pm

1.4L
98.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MOTORSTOP WEST MIDLANDS LTD

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5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf1989 (F) - 1.8 GTI 2dr

Reduced

£5,999

Finance available £112 pm

1.8L
100.0K
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Petrol
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Convertible

T and T Motors

01924665188 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2007 (57) - 2.0T GTI 5dr

£3,295

Finance available £51 pm

2L
148.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cadnam Car Sales

02382149488 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£19,990

Finance available £390 pm

2L
64.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Noble Motors

01256268407 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 8 GTI 2.0 TSI 245PS 6-speed Manual 5 Door Manual

Low Mileage

£27,374

Finance available £542 pm

2L
19.3K
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Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Cardiff)

02922672897 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 3dr

Low Mileage

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
72.7K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Top Gear Motors

02881440371 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 Style 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£20,698

2L
27.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Motorstore (Bolton)

01204324180 *

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 (2016 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 / 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

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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