VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good rate on the company lease.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Company car so not bothered.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Hard suspension, not so good round corners, noisy.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Lots of go.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Never let me down but not as perfect as VW try to make you believe.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Still a nice car after two years - pity so many around though.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Hard ride but generaly solid inside. Climate control essential.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not stolen yet.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Dealers are rubbish and never do a quality job - I have tried three.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Turbo valve needed replacing because of noise

    Other

    Problems with the lights on warning buzzer - it doesnt work despite five trips to the dealer.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes