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.

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.0 eTSI Active 5dr DSG

£18,998

1L
38.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Peterhead Used Car Centre

01779400507 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - GTi 2.0TSi [NAV] DSG 5Dr

£17,995

Finance available £349 pm

2L
72.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Southbridge Garage

01334230043 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (68) - 2.0 TDI SE Estate 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£11,400

Finance available £228 pm

2L
63.7K
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Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Big Motoring World Peterborough

01733971423 *

Volkswagen Golf1.2 TSI BlueMotion Auto 5DR

Low Mileage

£8,995

28.9K
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Petrol
Automatic
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THE CARMARKET

02890023139 *

Volkswagen Golf2019 (69) - 1.5 TSI EVO 150 GT AUTO 5 Dr

Low Mileage

£16,495

1.5L
25.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Victoria Motors Ltd

01747440831 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 (72) - 1.5 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£14,795

1.5L
57.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motortrust UK Garstang

01942365158 *

Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 eTSI 150 R-Line 5dr DSG

£23,790

1.5L
15.8K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Oldham Volkswagen

01614139803 *

4.8/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech GT 5-Door

Low Mileage

£13,995

1.4L
49.6K
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Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Venn's Motor Company

01823339223 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech S DSG 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
53.0K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Adro Motors LTD

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Volkswagen Golf2024 - 1.5 Tsi 150 R-Line 5Dr

£26,959

1.5L
7.0K
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Manual
Hatchback

Volkswagen Newcastle Scotswood Road

01916077232 *

0/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf1996 - 2.0 GTi 3dr

Low Mileage

£5,995

2L
132.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mansfield Auto Exchange

01623709494 *

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

Low Mileage

£35,498

2L
15.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Exeter

01414839930 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

Low Mileage

£26,970

1.5L
3.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Evans Halshaw Ford Hull

01482421637 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 - 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

2L
92.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

SMV MOTORS

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Volkswagen Golf2011 (61) - 2.0 TDi 170 GTD 5dr DSG [Leather]

Reduced

£7,290

2L
96.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Diamond Motor House Ltd

01134676305 *

4.1/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2023 - 1.5 eTSI R-Line 5dr DSG

£23,495

Finance available £462 pm

1.5L
23.4K
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Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Ralph Patterson Cars

02893440748 *

Volkswagen Golf2025 - 1.5 TSI 150 Style 5dr Ã¢ 18' Catania alloy, Winter packageÃ¢

Low Mileage

£25,989

Finance available £535 pm

1.5L
3.5K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Wrexham Volkswagen

01978800738 *

4.9/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2011 - 1.4 TSI SE 5dr DSG

Reduced

£5,449

1.4L
51.0K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

Cars 4 U

02038731380 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2018 - 1.6 TDI SE [Nav] 5dr

Low Mileage

£12,790

1.6L
47.6K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 1.5 TSI 150 Life 5dr

£11,950

Finance available £245 pm

1.5L
92.3K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Jack Reid Cars Carrickfergus

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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 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 (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 (2016 to 2020)

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
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

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