VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Wouldn't buy new: overpriced.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Very economical servicing prices.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Solid safe feel. Not too hot on the bendy bits.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Built like a tank, drives like one.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    OK so far, but alarm seems to have a mind of its own.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Much admired, loads of extras when it came to me.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Passenger leg room tight, backache on long runs.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Still got it.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    On par with the rest of the trade......GRIM.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    £125 for an oil change and a rubber stamp.

    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