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.

5,222 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2020 (69) - 1.6 TDI Match Edition 5dr

£10,750

Finance available £218 pm

1.6L
81.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Chartwell Suffolk Ltd

01787326839 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 (21) - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£32,340

2L
15.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Lincoln

01522467379 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 eTSI Active 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,999

Finance available £390 pm

1.5L
28.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

£28,990

2L
43.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Stratford-upon-Avon

01789339674 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Performance DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Reduced

£9,895

2L
85.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Renown Motors

01613887637 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.6 TDI 110 Match Edition 5dr

£6,799

1.6L
121.7K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Boston Car Centre

07470022010 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI Life 5dr

£14,995

Finance available £244 pm

2L
63.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Murrays of Randalstown

02894330178 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 2.0 TSI 265 GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£36,495

Finance available £729 pm

2L
6.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

L A MOTORS

07393778079 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (122 ps

£5,250

1.4L
108.9K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

KC KARS UK

01332418996 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.6 TDI SE Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

£9,100

Finance available £181 pm

1.6L
73.1K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Hammond Cars Ipswich

01473927579 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 1.4 TSI GT 2dr

£4,000

1.4L
122.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Convertible

East Kent Car Sales

01795502170 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 Tsi Style 5Dr

Low Mileage

£18,165

1.5L
18.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Darlington Volkswagen

01325525219 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 (67) - 1.4 TSI 8.7kWh GTE Advance Hatchback 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (

£12,116

Finance available £248 pm

1.4L
75.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Wise Auto Ltd

02038737355 *

Volkswagen Golf2018 (68) - 1.5 TSI EVO GT Estate 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Reduced

£9,990

Finance available £201 pm

1.5L
87.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Monarch Car Sales

01905673241 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.4L Match TSi BlueMotion Technology Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (12

£6,950

Finance available £133 pm

1.4L
87.9K
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Petrol
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Hatchback

Rely Motors Ltd

01592807336 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI MHEV R-Line Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£21,994

Finance available £450 pm

1.5L
12.3K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Shrewsbury

01743292169 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - R-LINE EDITION TSI EVO DSG AUTO 5-Door

£16,990

Finance available £357 pm

1.5L
48.8K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

NCV Sales

01636550952 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech ACT GT Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (15

Low Mileage

£8,995

1.4L
59.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MORPETH MOTOR COMPANY LTD

01670333842 *

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

Low Mileage

£14,150

1.5L
42.1K
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Petrol
Manual
Estate

Mon Motors Volkswagen Gloucester

01452227271 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 (08) - 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,500

Finance available £145 pm

1.4L
28.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

A7 Cars Ltd

01164787049 *

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 (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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