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Used Volkswagen Golf TDi for sale

The Volkswagen Golf TDI is a reliable hatchback popular with generations of UK drivers.

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Used Volkswagen Golf TDi cars in stock

  • Volkswagen Golf TDi GTD TDI DSG
    £18,000
    Volkswagen Golf GTD TDI DSG
    • 2022
    • •
    • 77,183 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Semi Auto
    Big Motoring World Wimbledon

    Icon - location pin London

  • AA finance available

    Volkswagen Golf TDi 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
    £11,988
    Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
    • 2016
    • •
    • 28,000 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Automatic
    Alastair Cars Ltd

    Icon - location pin Beckenham

  • Volkswagen Golf TDi 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s
    £7,999
    Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s
    • 2016
    • •
    • 129,500 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Automatic
    Abaza Motors Ltd

    Icon - location pin Wembley

  • Volkswagen Golf TDi 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG
    £17,495
    Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG
    • 2019
    • •
    • 38,786 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Semiauto
    Beadles Volkswagen Bromley

    Icon - location pin Bromley

  • Volkswagen Golf TDi 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
    £25,350
    Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
    • 2023
    • •
    • 24,055 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Automatic
    Car Planet Barnet

    Icon - location pin London

  • Volkswagen Golf TDi 1.6 TDI S Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
    £11,850
    Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI S Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
    • 2019
    • •
    • 33,881 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Manual
    Car Planet Barnet

    Icon - location pin London

AA inspected Volkswagen Golf TDi cars

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    VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)
    VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)
    VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)
    £14,875
    VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (184 ps)
    • 2018
    • •
    • 72,401 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Automatic
    Luton Trade Centre Ltd

    Icon - location pin Luton

  • Star icon This vehicle has passed an AA inspection

    AA finance available

    VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s)
    VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s)
    VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s)
    £8,275
    VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s)
    • 2016
    • •
    • 77,710 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Manual
    Luton Trade Centre Ltd

    Icon - location pin Luton

  • Star icon This vehicle has passed an AA inspection

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    VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)
    VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)
    VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)
    £19,799
    VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 2.0 TDI R-Line Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)
    • 2020
    • •
    • 30,975 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Automatic
    Elm Tree Motor Company

    Icon - location pin Marlborough

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  • Volkswagen Golf SE TDI
    Volkswagen Golf SE TDI
    Volkswagen Golf SE TDI

    From £116 p/m

    £5,299
    Volkswagen Golf SE TDI
    • 2016
    • •
    • 113,000 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Manual
    Kent Quality Car Centre

    Icon - location pin Maidstone

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  • Volkswagen Golf SV SE TDI 17 PLATE 106000 MILES
    Volkswagen Golf SV SE TDI 17 PLATE 106000 MILES
    Volkswagen Golf SV SE TDI 17 PLATE 106000 MILES

    From £142 p/m

    £6,495
    Volkswagen Golf SV SE TDI 17 PLATE 106000 MILES
    • 2017
    • •
    • 106,000 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Manual
    Brownlows Cars

    Icon - location pin Darlington

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  • Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
    Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
    Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

    From £149 p/m

    £6,795
    Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
    • 2016
    • •
    • 110,000 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Automatic
    Hiline Motors

    Icon - location pin Birmingham

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Finance representative example (Hire Purchase)

Borrowing £10,000 at a representative APR of 11.9%

59 monthly payments
£218.83
Final payment
£228.83
Fixed interest rate
11.9%
Representative APR
11.9%
Cost of credit
£3,139.80*
Total amount payable
£13,139.80
*The representative example includes an estimated option to purchase fee of £10. This is subject to status and although fees may vary in amount and when payable, the total cost of credit and APR received will not alter. This representative example is for illustration purposes only and does not constitute an offer. Written quotations are available on request and finance is subject to status.

Volkswagen Golf TDi cars from Manufacturer Approved Dealers

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  • Volkswagen Golf TDi 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG
    £17,495
    Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG
    • 2019
    • •
    • 38,786 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Semiauto
    Beadles Volkswagen Bromley

    Icon - location pin Bromley

  • Volkswagen Golf TDi 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG
    £28,265
    Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG
    • 2024
    • •
    • 16,258 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Semiauto
    Marshall Volkswagen Coulsdon

    Icon - location pin Coulsdon

  • Volkswagen Golf TDi 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG
    £28,668
    Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG
    • 2024
    • •
    • 11,854 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Semiauto
    Marshall Volkswagen Loughton

    Icon - location pin Loughton

  • Volkswagen Golf TDi 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG
    £17,280
    Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 184 GTD 5dr DSG
    • 2017
    • •
    • 50,964 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Semiauto
    Marshall Volkswagen Harlow

    Icon - location pin Harlow

  • Volkswagen Golf TDi 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG
    £27,315
    Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG
    • 2022
    • •
    • 20,221 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Semiauto
    Guildford Volkswagen

    Icon - location pin Guildford

  • Volkswagen Golf TDi 2.0 Tdi R-Line Hatchback 5Dr Diesel Dsg Euro 6 (S/S) (150 Ps)
    £26,911
    VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 2.0 Tdi R-Line Hatchback 5Dr Diesel Dsg Euro 6 (S/S) (150 Ps)
    • 2025
    • •
    • 5,007 miles
    • •
    • Diesel
    • •
    • Automatic
    Lookers Volkswagen Guildford

    Icon - location pin Guildford

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The Volkswagen Golf TDi at a glance

Well equipped, solidly built and known for its fuel economy, it stands out for efficient diesel performance and everyday comfort – especially important on long commutes. The Volkswagen Golf has been one of the most popular hatchbacks among UK families for decades. The TDI diesel takes the Golf's winning combination of space and practicality and adds punchy but economical diesel engine choices. While it can be pricier than rivals like the Ford Focus or Vauxhall Astra, the Golf TDI’s reputation, style and refinement help make it the more sought-after choice – and hold onto its value in the used market. Features like comfortable interiors, flexible boot space and a wide range of tech (especially on more recent models) really define the Golf TDI today, while the engine line-up covers everything from frugal 1.6-litre diesels to robust 2.0-litre versions with plenty of pulling power for the motorway.

Pros

  • Icon - tickExcellent fuel economy
  • Icon - tickQuality, flexible interior
  • Icon - tickChoice of powerful, efficient engines

Cons

  • Icon - crossPricier than many rivals
  • Icon - crossRear legroom not always generous
  • Icon - crossSome reliability issues (DMF, injectors)

Hire Purchase (HP)

HP is a finance plan that allows you to spread the cost of the car by making monthly payments over an agreed term.

You make higher monthly payments than a Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) agreement, so that when you come to the end of the agreement you'll own the car.

Unlike PCP, there are no limits on mileage.

HP could be right for you if want to own the car at the end of the agreement, without the need to make a larger final payment.

  • What are the key safety features of the Volkswagen Golf TDI?

    Most Volkswagen Golf TDI models come with multiple airbags, electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes and ISOFIX child seat mounts. The Mk6 onward adds side and curtain airbags. Mk7 and Mk8 models include options like adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance and automatic emergency braking.

  • What engine options are available with the Volkswagen Golf TDI?

    Volkswagen Golf TDIs are exclusively diesel. Earlier models featured 1.9-litre and 2.0-litre options. The Mk6 introduced the newer 1.6 TDI. Later Mk7 and Mk8 Golfs offered 1.6 TDI and 2.0 TDI power with varying outputs, from around 105bhp to 170bhp in GTD trim.

  • What are the standard technology and infotainment features in the Volkswagen Golf TDI?

    Older Golf TDIs may only have air conditioning and basic radio or CD players. Recent models often have Bluetooth and digital radios, plus cruise control and parking sensors on higher trims. Mk7s onward add touchscreens, smartphone mirroring and even digital dashboards.

  • What is the fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Golf TDI?

    Efficiency is the Volkswagen Golf TDI's strong point. Official combined figures are from 50mpg (for 2.0 TDI manuals) up to 65mpg and beyond (for 1.6 TDI BlueMotion or newer Mk8s). Real-world economy is usually slightly lower, but your running costs will likely be competitive.

  • What should I check when buying a used Volkswagen Golf TDI?

    Check for a full service history and for issues with the dual mass flywheel (DMF) and diesel injectors on some older cars. Pay attention to warning lights, clutch operation and electronics. For added peace of mind, why not book The AA Vehicle Inspection?

  • Are Volkswagen Golf TDI cars reliable?

    The Volkswagen Golf TDI is generally a dependable car with regular servicing. Some models (especially around the 2008–2012 window) experienced injector or DMF faults. Later models are more robust, and many owners report high mileage with routine care. Regular maintenance with quality parts is the key to hassle-free ownership.

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