VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Expensive to first buy, but I only lost 30% after 2 years for resale.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Cheapt to run. £38 full tank - 400-450miles.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Steering not too responsive. Loud road noise above 50mph.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Sluggish 'til turbo at 2000rpm.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No problems or rattles after 18,000 miles.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Becoming very common.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Superb. Long drives are easily completed.

  • Security and Service

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No problems whatsoever. First class.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    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