SEAT Arosa 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    £3k cheaper than VW version - but it doesn't show.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Warranty cover good. Fuel economy good but not great. Servicing reasonable.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Point and it goes! Great acceleration on my 1.4 16v.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Top acceleration, keeps pulling all through the gears. Great fun!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Gearbox failure (twice). Pedal box broken. Rear washer jet piping. Starts first time every time though.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Improving. People love mine and it's always noticed because nobody knows what it is!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seats hold you well when cornering. Large passenger compartment considering how small it looks from the outside.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Standard alarm/immob. Deadlocks on c/locking. Impressive standard kit.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Supply loan car when mine's off the road. Generally pleased to help.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Knocking noise from cold.

    Other

    Rear washer piping comes off regularly.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes