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.

5,902 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2008 - 2.0 TDI SE Estate 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 4 (140 ps)

£2,290

2L
185.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Your Motoring Limited

01487800643 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (19) - 1.6 TDI Match 5dr

£8,299

£153/pm (HP)

1.6L
114.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

ist choice Car Co

01918237767 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 2.0 TSI GPF GTI Performance Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£22,500

£440/pm (PCP)

2L
40.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

FS Performance Ltd

01582280332 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£17,990

£276/pm (PCP)

2L
34.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Middlewood Motors

01531806293 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 TSI Active 5dr Petrol Hatchback

£17,829

1.5L
30.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Mansfield

01312025167 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2014 - 2.0 TDI GTD 5dr

£10,450

£198/pm (HP)

2L
91.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Evelan Car Sales

02890023161 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,699

£278/pm (HP)

1.5L
40.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorpoint Castleford

01977800692 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD Rare 3-dr Immaculate - Just 1 Former Keeper - 47k Miles FSH

Low Mileage

£16,995

£336/pm (HP)

2L
47.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

MW Performance

01244569177 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - GOLF 1.5 TSI EVO Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£14,191

1.5L
29.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Audi Coulsdon

02038895530 *

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

£13,995

£273/pm (HP)

2L
92.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Central Service Garage

01302246765 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 (58) - 1.9 Match TDI 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,495

1.9L
87.9K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Northampton Car Company

01604343638 *

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

Low Mileage

£3,495

£52/pm (HP)

1.6L
77.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

RKH Motors

01480272021 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 99kW e-Golf 35kWh 5dr Auto

Low Mileage

£11,299

£223/pm (HP)

20.4K
Miles
Electric
Automatic
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 Tsi Bluemotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,975

£146/pm (HP)

1.4L
44.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

GMC MOTORS B'HAM LIMITED

01215165519 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr

Low Mileage

£21,498

1.5L
8.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Volkswagen (Glasgow)

01414839934 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (70) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 Match Edition 5dr DSG

£14,995

£273/pm (PCP)

1.5L
54.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars To Go Ltd

01202145657 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

£9,975

£201/pm (HP)

2L
88.7K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Balmoral Motor Company Limited

01313702477 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£35,652

2L
8.6K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Southampton

02380017658 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 1.5 eTSI 150 Life 5dr DSG

£13,495

£204/pm (PCP)

1.5L
41.9K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

Imperial Car And Van Sales Ltd

01145510329 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 (20) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT Edition 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,990

£300/pm (PCP)

1.5L
16.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Woodstock Car Sales

01865597348 *

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.

Used Volkswagen Golf snapshot review

Author: Jack Evans

Pros

Efficient engines
Impressively refined
High-quality interior

Cons

Rivals are more involving to drive
Digitalised interior is a bit fiddly
Plain styling

Read our Volkswagen Golf review

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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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