VW Bora 1999-

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fair, but miles better than anything diesel comparable on price

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    52+mpg! Better than new Golf diesels!

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Great for razzing petrolheads, front wheels sometimes difficult to grip

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Only diesel faster is a BMW 330 or the Compact 320, and how much are they? For the £ it can't be touched.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Noisy aircon occasionally

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Do they sell them in colours other than black and silver?! People only see the boot badge when it's moving, who cares what the rest looks like?!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great up front, a bit cosy in back. Boot is huge. Sports seats hug well.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No one gives it a 2nd look, that's why nobody nicks them!

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Had a V5 Golf before, service wasn't always good. Tried new dealer and seems fine

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Flat spot @800-1500rpm. New filter sorted it.

    Other

    Can't find in car park, as every other Bora is silver!

    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