VW Golf Hatchback 1992-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Expensive to buy. Best buy 100bhp 1.6 GL.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Main dealer parts cheaper than people think. Easy DIY servicing.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Drives well. Maybe a little underpowered on the open road.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Competent, but no ball of fire. Torquey engine, good for cruising at low rpm.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Watch for clutch wear and cable failure. VW exahausts last years.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable on short or long journeys.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fitted with deadlocks but no alarm, which means that thieves smash 3 windows instead of 1!

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I have mainly dealt with the parts dept and they can't do enough for you.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Replaced exhaust (back box only), front brake discs and pads.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes