VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Brought through drive the deal for a good price.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never fell beneath 50mpg, although most miles on the motorway. Servicing costs very reasonable.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable and easy to drive. Didn't feel like a quick cornering car.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent acceleration, despite some lag. Very usable performance.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Turbo pipe blew off on 1st day! VW assist recitifed well. Faulty engine fan kicked in too often.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good image, although reliability wasn't up to expected standards.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Comfortable seats although leg room not great.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seemed good - never stolen.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Brought through broker. Very good service.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Turbo pipe blew off turning it into very slow GTi!

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes