VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quality costs money. Initial costs offset by lack of depreciation.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Company car.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Positive drive. Sturdy through the corners.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Needs a bit more poke, although we're not talking milk floats!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Problems with driver window regulator. Bulbs blow regularly. No other problems.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good, although they seem to be appearing everywhere!

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Good driving position - Recaros good firm seats.

  • Security and Service

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Horrendous.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    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