Volkswagen was founded in 1937 by the German government to mass-produce an affordable ‘people’s car’ (a volks wagen). In 1938, the name was changed from ‘Gesellschaft zur Vorbereitung des Deutschen Volkswagens mbH’ to ‘Volkswagenwerk GmbH’, with the company building its first factory in Wolfsburg.
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Total cash price £16,000. Borrowing £14,000 with a £2,000 deposit at a representative APR of 11.9%.
- Fixed rate of interest per annum
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- 48 monthly payments
- £363.77
- Total amount payable
- £19,470.96
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- £3,470.96
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Volkswagen Golf
1.6 TDI Match
- 83,246 miles
- 2019 reg
- Manual
- Diesel
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Volkswagen Polo
1.0 TSI SE
- 66,176 miles
- 2018 reg
- Manual
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35.8kWh e-Golf Auto
- 30,497 miles
- 2020 reg
- Automatic
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Volkswagen Polo
1.2 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match
- 54,477 miles
- 2016 reg
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Volkswagen Passat
2.0 TDI SE Business DSG
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- 2018 reg
- Automatic
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Volkswagen Golf
1.5 TSI EVO Match
- 78,353 miles
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Volkswagen Polo
1.0 TSI SE
- 32,906 miles
- 2018 reg
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35.8kWh e-Golf Auto
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- Automatic
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Volkswagen Golf
1.6 TDI GT
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- Manual
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35.8kWh e-Golf Auto
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2.0 TDI SE Business DSG
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Volkswagen T-Roc
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- 32,873 miles
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- 28,717 miles
- 2021 reg
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- 28,816 miles
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- 28,269 miles
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- 28,310 miles
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- 26,095 miles
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- 27,001 miles
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- 20,365 miles
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1.5 TSI Life
- 25,607 miles
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1.5 TSI Life
- 33,147 miles
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Pro Performance 58kWh Life Auto
- 23,342 miles
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1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech Match Edition
- 37,565 miles
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1.5 TSI Life
- 66,559 miles
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1.5 TSI Life
- 29,935 miles
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Pro Performance 58kWh Life Auto
- 13,935 miles
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1.4 TSI SE DSG
- 75,629 miles
- 2019 reg
- Automatic
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1.5 TSI Life
- 22,781 miles
- 2021 reg
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2.0 TSI GTI
- 45,110 miles
- 2018 reg
- Manual
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Pro Performance 58kWh Life Auto
- 19,208 miles
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1.5 TSI Life
- 2,033 miles
- 2021 reg
- Manual
- Petrol
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Volkswagen Tiguan
2.0 TDI SEL DSG 4Motion
- 63,873 miles
- 2019 reg
- Automatic
- Diesel
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Pro Performance 58kWh Life Auto
- 17,611 miles
- 2021 reg
- Automatic
- Electric
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1.5 TSI EVO Match Edition DSG
- 19,274 miles
- 2020 reg
- Automatic
- Petrol
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1.2 TSI Match Edition DSG
- 33,371 miles
- 2018 reg
- Automatic
- Petrol
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Used Volkswagen cars buying guide
A used Volkswagen is a great choice if you’re looking for a car that feels a class above many of its rivals without having a premium price tag.
The company has developed a reputation for building safe, reliable and dependable cars, many of which are among the most popular in the UK. Indeed, the Volkswagen Golf is one of the most instantly recognisable cars in the country.
Whether you’re after a little runabout for the city or a large SUV for weekend pursuits, you’ll almost certainly find a family-friendly Volkswagen that’s right for you.
Which used Volkswagen cars are for sale?
You can choose from a broad selection of used Volkswagen cars for sale, including hatchbacks, saloons, SUVs and pure-electric cars. Popular hatchbacks include the Polo and Golf, while the ID.3 is one of the best-selling pure-electric cars in the UK.
The range of Volkswagen SUVs stretches from the Taigo to the Touareg, with the Tiguan sitting in the middle as the company’s most popular SUV in Europe. Fancy a seven-seater? Take a look at the Tiguan Allspace SUV or the Multivan. Need a practical estate? The Passat and Arteon Shooting Brake are perfect for carrying a dog or the contents of a trip from a Swedish furniture store.
As for pure-electric cars, Volkswagen’s range stretches from the ID.3 to the trendy ID.Buzz.
Are there any hybrid or electric Volkswagen models?
Plug-in hybrid versions of the Golf, Arteon and Touareg are available, but Volkswagen offers an even more extensive range of pure-electric cars. The most popular is the ID.3, which is essentially a replacement for the old e-Golf. Then there’s the ID.4, which was one of the first pure-electric SUVs to hit the market, along with the even larger ID.5. The ID.7 estate car is coming soon, but the ID.Buzz MPV is for you if you want to turn heads.
What are the most popular Volkswagen models?
Volkswagen Polo
The Volkswagen Polo is a compact hatchback that feels more like the larger Golf than any of its immediate rivals. That’s because it blends a ‘big car’ feel with a reassuring level of quality, along with a range of trim levels and fuel-efficient engines. There’s also a sporty GTI model.
Volkswagen Golf
Since its arrival in the UK in 1974, the Golf has been one of the most popular hatchbacks around. The current version has been on sale new since 2020 and is available as a five-door hatchback, an estate or as sporty GTI and R models.
Volkswagen ID.3
The ID.3 is Volkswagen’s most affordable new pure-electric car and is the ideal choice if you’re after a Golf-size car with zero emissions. There’s an array of trim levels to choose from, along with a choice of battery sizes, but all versions give you a decent electric range.
Volkswagen T-Roc
Volkswagen offers three compact SUVs, and the T-Roc is arguably the best of the trio. That’s because it gives you more space than the other two, plus a high-quality interior and a sportier driving experience. It’s also available as a convertible called the T-Roc Cabriolet.
Volkswagen Tiguan
The Volkswagen Tiguan is a mid-size SUV that’s a rival for cars such as the Nissan Qashqai and Skoda Karoq. It’s practical, well-equipped and very comfortable to travel in. An all-new Tiguan went on sale in late 2023, replacing the previous version introduced in 2016.
Which Volkswagen models are SUVs?
Volkswagen gives you the choice of three compact SUVs: the Taigo, the T-Cross and the T-Roc. The Taigo is essentially a coupe version of the T-Cross, albeit with an extra 150mm in length. This means the sloping roofline doesn’t have a significant impact on the interior space. Next up is the T-Cross, which feels like a Polo with a raised ride height and more rugged styling.
The T-Roc, which arrived in 2017 as a replacement for the Scirocco coupe, is based on the Golf, but offers more interior space, a raised driving position and more-fashionable looks. The T-Roc Cabriolet is the only SUV convertible now on the market.
The Volkswagen Tiguan is the company’s mid-size SUV, which is also available as the longer, seven-seat Tiguan Allspace. The five-seat Touareg sits at the top of the range as a rival for large SUVs with a premium badge. Finally, the ID.4 and ID.5 are pure-electric SUVs.
Used Volkswagen cars FAQs
The Volkswagen Group owns Audi, Bentley, Cupra, Ducati, Lamborghini, Porsche, Seat, Skoda and Volkswagen.
BlueMotion is the name Volkswagen gives to a combination of several technologies designed to reduce emissions and increase fuel economy. Cars with the badge are worth seeking out if you want to lower your running costs. The cars will feature one or a combination of a start-stop system, aerodynamic styling, turbocharged engine, brake energy recuperation and low rolling resistance tyres.
4Motion is the name used by Volkswagen for its four-wheel-drive system. Using sensors, 4Motion constantly monitors the driving conditions and, in the event of wheel slip, will send power to the wheels with the most grip. It provides reassurance on wet and slippery roads.
DSG stands for ‘Direct Shift Gearbox’ and is a type of dual-clutch transmission you’ll find in Volkswagen, Audi, Skoda and Seat cars. Today, there are six-speed and seven-speed versions available, but all cars will have just two pedals: a brake and an accelerator. It’s essentially an enhanced version of a standard automatic transmission and will often come with a pair of paddles behind the steering wheel. These can be used to change up or down a gear.