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.

5,245 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 2.0 TSI R DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr Automatic

Low Mileage

£38,790

2L
3.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sinclair Volkswagen (Neyland)

01646400240 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 2.0 TDI SE 3dr - £20 TAX

Low Mileage

£5,495

2L
89.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Ashby Square Autos

01509272327 *

4/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO Match Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,700

Finance available £284 pm

1.5L
32.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Beechwood Autos Ltd

01623709945 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.6 TDI S Euro 5 3dr

Low Mileage

£4,495

1.6L
62.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Handpicked Motors Swindon LTD

01793236991 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,499

2L
29.3K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Superstore Derby

01252960119 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 2.0 TDi 140 GT 5dr

£2,750

2L
177.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

4motion Cars

01733977717 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

1.6L
75.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Crawford Car Sales (NI) Ltd

02889440217 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£22,990

Finance available £452 pm

2L
17.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Six Ways Car Sales LTD

01554701631 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (67) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£8,490

Finance available £167 pm

1.6L
74.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Halesowen Trade Centre Ltd

01217288685 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 TSI SE Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,475

1.4L
62.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Car Section Ltd

01706394506 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - SE Nav 1.5 TSI EVO 130PS 7-speed DSG 5 Door Automatic

£12,411

1.5L
67.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Mon Motors Volkswagen Weston-super-Mare

01934319038 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (30

Low Mileage

£17,700

Finance available £343 pm

2L
47.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hammond Cars Norwich

01603937224 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech R 5-Door

Low Mileage

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
57.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

NATIONAL VEHICLE SUPPLIERS LTD

01182270649 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (15) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GT Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£7,184

2L
98.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

New Street Car Centre

01952967003 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.0 TSI Life 5-Door

Low Mileage

£14,897

Finance available £298 pm

1L
27.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Grimsby

01472806810 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - Hatch GTI Clubsport 2.0 TSI 300ps 7-Speed DSG 5 Door Auto

£43,371

2L
7.7K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

02038924870 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI Life 5-Door

£17,797

Finance available £360 pm

1.5L
16.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Preston

01772285529 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr DSG

£6,750

2L
122.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Chilton Motoring

01296324583 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr

Reduced

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
83.2K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CKB Cars

02894330177 *

Volkswagen Golf(19) - 1.6 TDI S Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,495

80.8K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
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R&J Trade Car Outlet Limited

01484503203 *

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 2016)

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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