VW Golf Hatchback 1992-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Does everything you would expect.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap to run and service if you avoid VW dealers.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Feels quite nimble, positive and assured.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad. Fairly heavy little car, so better when rolling.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Cylinder head gasket needed changing at 40k miles. Indicator stalk seized up.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Still looks good. Doesn't age badly (alloys and metallic paint help).

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Functional rather than comfortable. Typically VW.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad. Needs an aftermarket alarm.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Cylinder head gasket.

    Other

    Indicator stalk.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes