VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Expensive, but good residuals make it more attractive.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fairly economical to run and maintain, as long as nothing goes wrong!

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Really good to to drive, 1st/2nd gear notchy.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Rear washer pipe came off, engine temp gage faulty, gears notchy.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Great looking car and well thought of.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very comfortable, surely a leader in its class.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Someone nicked a wheel trim one night, but that's all.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    VW dealers pricey and need 3/4 visits to get job done right.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Engine temp gage failed, needed new sender.

    Other

    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