VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Holds value quite well, running costs very reasonible.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Reasonible, nothing that will braek the bank.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Very poor on cold start up, very average once warmed up.

    Performance

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Slow, slow, slow. Mine is the 8v GTi, the 16V is much better.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems, although oil levels are dropping rapidly at 70k with FSH.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    The MK4 GTi has long lost the GTi image of the MK2 and MK3, better than the Focus, not quite as good as an A3.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent support from the sports seats, everything were you want it, good room in the rear.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Alarm as standard.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Good friendly service, not too pricely either.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Loss of oil.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No