VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Equipment could be better. I had to pay for remote central locking, alarm and CD player.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A bit expensive to buy, but cheap insurance and running.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Dull - what more can I say.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Dull.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    I have had many problems since I purchased it new. Although, the dealer dealt with these generally very well - I bought VW with the idea of paying a premium for reliabilty.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    E.g. rear washer leaking, stalling frequently and rear axel cracking.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No