VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good resale value, parts on average with other manufacturers.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not bad I average 37mpg at 330 miles per week.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very smooth, a bit lumpy on tick over though.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    A bit underpowered get a 180BHP if you are lucky enough to find one!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Touch wood not let me down yet- but needs to be serviced regular.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Thousands on the road, but still looks OK until you pull up to the new Golf GTI at the traffic lights.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Recaro seats are very comfy.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good immobiliser & alarm.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I use a small independent VW specialist.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Lumpy tick over. But generally good, but a bit underpowered.

    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