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.

5,312 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,199

Finance available £351 pm

1.5L
25.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.4 GTE DSG 5d 150 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£15,990

1.4L
41.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Formula 1 Car Supermarket

01324464853 *

3.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5-Door

£17,697

Finance available £358 pm

1.5L
48.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Barnsley

01226448498 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

£9,699

Finance available £194 pm

2L
80.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

CarScene Ltd

01603337277 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO Match DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

1.5L
47.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Grayswood Cars

01428771375 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

Low Mileage

£17,195

1.5L
21.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Honda Harrogate

01423648264 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£23,750

Finance available £467 pm

2L
45.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

C Russell Auto Sales Ltd

02844330222 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI GTE Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (204 p

Low Mileage

£12,395

Finance available £255 pm

1.4L
51.3K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Motoring Way LTD

01633631006 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (18) - 1.6 TDI BLUE MOTION TECH LOW MILEAGE 45K MANUAL DIESEL 5-Door

Low Mileage

£12,495

Finance available £257 pm

1.6L
45.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Birchington Auto Repairs Ltd

01843261703 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2010 - 2.0 TSI GTI 3dr

Low Mileage

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

2L
103.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Lakeside Autos

02890023124 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 1.0 TSI Active 5dr

£13,295

1L
68.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Wolverhampton

01902544572 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps)

£14,795

1.5L
54.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motor Trust UK Bury

01612416386 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG Auto

Low Mileage

£20,184

1.5L
7.3K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen Reading

01189077016 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI GTI 3dr

£16,995

Finance available £357 pm

2L
61.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CJS Car Sales ltd

01229440568 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 2.0 TDI Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,450

2L
98.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Windmill Motors Ltd

01778308209 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 Golf R-Line TDI Semi-Auto 5dr

£21,500

Finance available £421 pm

2L
32.3K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Beck Evans

02037803374 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (11) - 1.6 TDi 105 Match 5dr

Reduced

£2,495

1.6L
127.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

BROOKE CARS M65 LIMITED

01254457250 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - GTD TDI DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£16,475

Finance available £346 pm

2L
53.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

JMV

01634564263 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£16,365

1.5L
28.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Ford Morpeth

01670333531 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech S DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,195

Finance available £138 pm

1.4L
87.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Atherstone Garage

01827215683 *

4.2/5 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 (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 3dr DSG

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