VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Never bothered servicing from VW dealer, I go elsewhere. This car drinks petrol like a tank.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No way better than MkII, sloppy feel, no hold on the road when cornering, too much weight for this sized.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Get the turbo if you want some power, notice the term SOME.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Starter motor playing up, cluth went at 55K, rev high at times.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nice immpressive, professional.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Spacious.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    alarm/immobiliser

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Mounts broke, tappets, starter motor.

    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?

    Yes