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.

5,268 Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr Manual

£14,395

1.5L
47.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

TrustFord Aberdeen

01224451039 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£28,750

Finance available £570 pm

2L
24.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

David Hayton Ltd (Mazda Carlisle)

01228273596 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (02) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£16,495

Finance available £346 pm

2L
60.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carplex Ltd

01323396590 *

Volkswagen Golf2006 (06) - 3.2 V6 R32 4MOTION 3dr

Low Mileage

£12,000

3.2L
124.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

True Vehicle Sales

01284334029 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s

Low Mileage

£9,898

1.4L
54.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

A Car 2 Go

01296326008 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2024 (74) - 1.5 TSI 150 Match 5dr

Low Mileage

£23,990

Finance available £472 pm

1.5L
4.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Camberley Volkswagen

01276543130 *

Volkswagen Golf2009 (59) - 1.4 TSI 160 GT 5dr

Low Mileage

£850

1.4L
110.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

L&T Cars Ltd

02039112053 *

Volkswagen Golf2007 (07) - 1.9 TDI PD Sport Estate 5dr Diesel Manual (149 g/km, 130 bhp)

Low Mileage

£3,990

Finance available £67 pm

1.9L
72.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Swift Cars south Wales Ltd

01495369894 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2001 (51)

Low Mileage

£1,700

2.3L
63.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

Brooklands Car Sales

01797331003 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 - 1.6 Golf Match TDI Semi-Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£13,695

Finance available £284 pm

1.6L
45.8K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

NATIONAL CAR HUB

01922665543 *

Volkswagen Golf2004 (54) - 1.6 FSI SE 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,499

1.6L
72.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Tycoon Autos Ltd

02039112039 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (14) - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
76.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

LION CAR HUB LTD

01252960109 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£8,497

Finance available £168 pm

1.6L
76.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

LANDSTRADELTD

01234237585 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (51) - 1.4 TSI S 5dr

£4,199

Finance available £71 pm

1.4L
96.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MDLUXEAUTO

01162166642 *

Volkswagen Golf2008 (58) - 1.9 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Final Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£2,995

1.9L
93.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

EASICARS SUPERMARKET

02039375174 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (66) - 2.0 TSI R 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£18,475

Finance available £359 pm

2L
58.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Sandwell Car Sales

01215160845 *

Volkswagen Golf2020 - 2.0 TDI Match Edition 5dr DSG

£14,500

Finance available £302 pm

2L
80.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Brown Cars

02890023186 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.0 TSI SE Nav 5-Door

Reduced

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

1L
36.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Affordable Cars Grimsby

01472494078 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.4 Golf GTE Advance Semi-Auto 5dr

£11,499

Finance available £216 pm

1.4L
92.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Beck Evans

02037803374 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 (23) - 1.5 TSI Life 5dr

£17,693

1.5L
19.8K
Miles
Hybrid
Manual
Hatchback

Peter Cooper Volkswagen Chichester

01242507316 *

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 3dr DSG

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