VW Beetle Hatchback 1999-

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Slightly overpriced.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Thirsty on petrol. Servicing reasonable comparitive to other dealerships.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fun to drive. Takes a bit to get used to driving position.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Handles solidly. Good pickup from 2.0 engine.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not had anything mechanically go wrong with the vehicle - finishing was not the best.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Cool, fun, flamboyant. Still turns heads. The recent VW advert 'Smile' really sums up this car.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not much room in the back. Front very spacious. Took me a while to find an optimal driving position, though.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Alarm and immobiliser. Security thankfully not tested... Car will lock itself and set alarm after a period of time with doors unlocked.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not fair really to criticise the manufacturer, as most of my problems have been with the dealership's lack of customer service.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Electric mirror adjuster fell off. Mirror heater elements failed from electrical problem.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes