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Used Volkswagen Golf cars for sale

The Volkswagen Golf is a compact family hatchback first launched in 1974. This multi award-winning model is one of the most popular cars in the world. Selling over 35 million units as of 2019.

The model has retained its distinctive five-door body and sleek styling throughout its life.

A selection of efficient and powerful petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric engines also help the model stand out on the road. A used VW golf is the perfect car for value-seekers and petrolheads alike.

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The Volkswagen Golf is a compact family car first launched in 1974. The VW Golf has evolved over more than eight generations. This multi award-winning model is one of the most popular cars in the world. Selling over 35 million units as of 2019.

The Volkswagen Golf has retained its distinctive five-door body and sleek styling throughout its life. This has marked it as one of the most stylish models in its vehicle class. A selection of efficient and powerful petrol and diesel engines also helps the model stand out on the road. The VW Golf is a competitor to other practical and stylish models, like the Ford Focus, Honda Civic, Vauxhall Astra and Peugeot 308. It is an excellent choice for value-seekers and petrolheads alike.


Volkswagen Golf updates and facelifts

White VW Golf from rear

Volkswagen launched the first generation of the Golf in 1974 as a front-wheel drive family car. A minor facelift in 1980 added larger head and rear lights as well as a new dashboard. The Mk2 of the Volkswagen Golf arrived in 1983 with a larger design. Volkswagen launched it with a selection of petrol and diesel engines. These engines ranged from an entry-level 1.0-litre unit to a 2.0-litre option. A 1987 facelift added larger bumpers.

Volkswagen released the Mk3 Golf in 1991. It was even larger than the Mk2. Volkswagen added a new range of petrol and diesel engines to the third-generation model. These included a 2.8 and 2.9-litre VR6 petrol engine and a turbocharged direct injection diesel engine. A facelift in 1998 introduced new styling to the steering wheel, interior and exterior.

The MK4 launched in 1997 with an even more powerful range of engines, including a 3.2-litre VR6 petrol engine. A facelift arrived in 2003, revising the front and rear headlights, bumpers and front grille.

Volkswagen launched the fifth generation of the Golf in 2005. It came with a larger boot space and new suspension and was built on a new chassis. A new set of 2.0-litre diesel engines were added to the range while the powerful 3.2-litre petrol unit from the Mk4 was also retained.

The Mk6 launched in 2009. It boasted a more aerodynamic design and was quieter than the previous generation. Retaining a large range of petrol and diesel engines, the Mk6 was the first generation of the Golf to come with a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) engine.

The VW Golf Mk7 came to market in 2012 and was both larger and lighter than the previous generation. It also offered a more spacious cabin and so was considered as the most practical edition of the model to date. Volkswagen also refined the number of engines available on the Golf, with only two diesel engines available on the Mk7. A facelift in 2017 added a new 1.5-litre petrol unit, offered new cabin technology and introduced some new styling to the exterior.

2019 marked the launch of the Mk8 Volkswagen Golf. It was the first generation of the model to be available with three mild hybrid engines. It also featured more cabin technology, Amazon Alexa integration and a semi-autonomous driving system.


Practicality and style of the car

VW Golf rear interior seats

In the driving seat, there’s plenty of comfort to be had with the ample space offered across all five seats. Soft cloth and fabric upholstery keep you comfortable over long distances. The cabin offers drivers a stylish and sophisticated feel. It’s also easy to keep the cabin clean and clutter-free thanks to large door bins, a compact glovebox and lidded compartment in the middle of the car.

The Volkswagen Golf is known for being a highly practical vehicle. It has a length of 4,284mm long, a width of 1,789mm and a height of 1,491mm. This size mean it offers a standard boot size of up to 381 litres with the rear seats up. This is slightly more than the Ford Focus’s 375 litres. With the rear seats folded down, this capacity increases to 1,237 litres.

The Volkswagen Golf also has some towing capabilities. When paired with a 2.0-litre, 113bhp diesel engine, it has a maximum braked towing capacity of 1,500kg. The model features as one of our top cars for towing caravans.


Running costs

The Volkswagen has good running costs. Insurance groups for the model range from 7 to 39 depending on the trim. This is typical for this vehicle class, with the Ford Focus range sitting in groups 6 to 40 and the Vauxhall Astra occupying groups 8 to 24.

The Volkswagen Golf also comes with an annual road tax rate of £180, also typical of vehicles in this class.


How a used VW Golf drives

The Volkswagen Golf is available with a selection of petrol and diesel engines. Many come with mild hybrid technology to boost your model’s performance. In the petrol lineup, the entry-level unit is a 1.0-litre, three-cylinder option. This generates 109bhp, achieves 0-62mph in 10.2 seconds and returns up to 52.1mpg. There is also a 1.0-litre eTSI engine with mild hybrid capabilities, which pushes this engine’s economy to a maximum return of 54.3mpg.

There is also a 1.5-litre engine that generates either 128bhp or 148bhp and goes from 0-62mph in 9.2 seconds and 8.5 seconds respectively. The former returns up to 52.6mpg while the latter returns up to 50.9mpg. These engines can also be paired with mild hybrid technology, pushing the fuel economy of these engines to 51.8mpg and 50.9mpg.

There is also a 2.0-litre diesel engine available, which can produce either 113bhp or 147bhp. The former goes from 0-62mph in 10.2 seconds and returns up to 63.1mpg, while the latter achieves 62mph in just over 8.3 seconds while returning up to 62.5mpg.

Most engines in the range are available with a six-speed manual gearbox. You can also find a seven-speed automatic DSG gearbox on some variants.


Engines and official MPG

Please refer to the table below for a comprehensive list of engines and their official MPG figures.


2020 - onwards

Engine Official WLTP MPG
1.0 eTSI 53.0 mpg
1.0 eTSI DSG 50.9–54.3 mpg
1.0 TSI 51.6–52.1 mpg
1.4 TSI 204 DSG 256.8 mpg
1.4 TSI 245 DSG GTE 246.1 mpg
1.5 eTFSI 130 DSG 50.8 mpg
1.5 eTFSI 150 DSG 49.7 mpg
1.5 eTSI 130 DSG 49.8–51.8 mpg
1.5 eTSI 150 DSG 48.3–50.9 mpg
1.5 TSI 130 50.8–52.6 mpg
1.5 TSI 150 48.6–50.9 mpg
2.0 TDI 115 60.9–63.1 mpg
2.0 TDI 115 DSG 61.1–63.2 mpg
2.0 TDI 150 61.3–62.5 mpg
2.0 TDI 150 DSG 60.2–60.9 mpg
2.0 TDI 200 DSG 54.0 mpg

Features you can expect in a Volkswagen Golf

Interior

VW Golf front interior seats from the passenger side

The interior of the Volkswagen Golf is known for its style and practicality. High-quality materials and sharp lines give the dashboard plenty of visual appeal. For a welcome contrast, silver chrome accents line the narrow front grille, multi-use steering wheel and surfaces.

On the centre console, you’ll find the Golf’s infotainment system provided through either an 8.25-inch or 10-inch touchscreen. This screen comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which allow you to mirror your smartphone onto the screen. You’ll also find controls for the air conditioning and shortcut buttons on the side of the screen.


Technology

VW Golf front interior seats, dashboard, gear stick, infotainment screen and steering wheel

You’ll find lots of handy drive assist systems in the Golf as standard, including traffic jam assist. This uses a camera and a radar sensor to monitor and regulate the distance between you and other vehicles, helping to prevent collisions. There’s also an adaptive cruise control system that autonomously interacts with your speed assist, emergency braking system, speed limiter and other systems to keep you and your car safe.

The Golf has a predictive pedestrian protection system that uses a camera and a radar sensor to warn you of any imminent collisions. There’s also trailer assist, which provides you with an accurate image of where your trailer or compartment is positioned while navigating difficult corners. It also features additional park assist for smoother parking.


Safety

White VW Golf from side

The Volkswagen Golf has a strong safety reputation. It received a five-star safety rating when tested by crash safety experts, Euro NCAP, in 2019. It also received an adult safety score of 88% and a child safety score of 87%. This is largely thanks to its nine front and side airbags – including rear side and full-length curtain coverage. ISOFIX points are available for fitting child seats securely. Autonomous emergency braking is also featured on most models as standard. This rating beats the Ford Focus’s adult occupant score of 85% and child occupant score of 87%, as well as the Vauxhall Astra’s 80% adult score and 82% child score.

To mark VW’s continued commitment to safety, the MK8 Volkswagen Golf features a centre airbag for front seats as standard. This prevents possible contact between front-seat occupants’ heads in the event of a crash.


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    • Frequently asked questions

    Q. How much does a used Volkswagen Golf cost?

    A. We have 249 used Volkswagen Golf cars in stock ranging from £4998 to £48,998.

    Q. How many MPG does the Volkswagen Golf get?

    A. The Volkswagen Golf MPG varies from 0 mpg to 74 mpg.

    Q. How much is car tax for a used Volkswagen Golf?

    A. The Volkswagen Golf car tax ranges from £20 to £620 per year for the models in stock.

    Q. What is the average mileage on a used Volkswagen Golf?

    A. The average mileage on a used Volkswagen Golf in stock is 23635 miles.

    Q. Which transmission options are available with the Volkswagen Golf?

    A. Currently in stock, the Volkswagen Golf is available in Automatic, Manual.

    Q. What different fuel types are available for the Volkswagen Golf?

    A. Of the Volkswagen Golf used cars in stock, they are available in the following fuel types: Diesel, Petrol, Petrol Hybrid, Petrol Plug-in Hybrid.

    Q. What are the most popular engine sizes in the Volkswagen Golf?

    A. The most popular engine sizes in the Volkswagen Golf we have in stock are 1.5 litres, 2.0 litres, 1.0 litre.

    Q. What are the most popular colours in the Volkswagen Golf range?

    A. The Volkswagen Golf is available in various colours. The most popular we have in stock are Grey, Black, White

    Q. Is the Volkswagen Golf a good car?

    A. Car & Driving rate the Volkswagen Golf 3.55 stars (out of 5).

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    * MPG figures are obtained in laboratory testing and intended for comparisons between vehicles. Please be aware they’re not intended to represent real world efficiency.