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Volkswagen Fox Hatchback (2006-2012) review

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Parkers overall rating: 3 out of 53.0

At a glance

Price new £7,505 - £9,130
Used prices £411 - £1,346
Road tax cost £190 - £255
Insurance group 1 - 3
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 462 - 528 miles
Number of doors 3
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Pros & cons

PROS

Easy to drive in town, cheapest Volkswagen model, cheap to run

CONS

Mediocre levels of standard equipment, drab interior, lacks fun to drive feel of many other small cars

Written by David Ross Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

This is the cheapest new Volkswagen in recent memory – a roomy, easy-to-drive city runabout that’s cheap to run and well built. It effectively replaced the Volkswagen Lupo, but is far superior with better refinement and more interior space. It may lack the charm and personality of other small cars like the Fiat Panda or Toyota Aygo, but it makes up for it with a versatile and comfortable interior.

There are just a handful of engines and trims available, making the range simple and easy to understand.