VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Services expensive, but that's VW for you.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good drive. Poor performance for a GTi.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Doesn't deserve the GTi badge, but fuel economy is good.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Numerous problems with the car from day one - lemon car!

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Looks nice and turns heads.

    Comfort

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Comfortable, although rear leg room poor.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems with security, touch wood.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Poor service from retailer and head office.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    2 Lambda sensor failures and 1 temp sensor failure.

    Other

    Handbrake failed. Door mechanism failed twice.

    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