VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Tell yourself to look at cost to own over 3 years and you'll be okay. Not expensive.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Slightly thirtsy, but good reliability keeps costs down.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Has a bit of a throaty growl. Generally a nice car to be in.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not a car for the track, but day to day it does its job with aplomb.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    A couple of problems, all minor, have dented my confidence a little.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Managed to survive the 80s, Sloanes, Greenies and anti-capitalists. The modern Beetle?

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cabin a great place to be.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad, but not really good enough - the car's a thief magnet.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Dealer can't do enough for me.

  • 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?

    No