VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    From new loaded with extras incl. Sat Nav, leather sports susp. etc., so value for me bad, but good for whoever has it next! Worth it though.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Considering the engine, 28 - 30 mpg good, and I drive it hard.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Feel good experience - gorgeous engine and quicker than previous 1.8T

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great on the whole - 55k now, and getting quicker. Still sounds great

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No major issues. Cooling fan replaced under warrenty after 24 months

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Still looks the part - except in standard spec. Get the sports suspension - transforns the car.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Superb with heated everything and leather - great motorway eater and also country roads with the sports susp.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not been nicked, so ok I guess

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Could be a lot better. Wouldn't use them through choice - but what else can you do?

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Ignition coil went after 24 months

    Other

    Cooling fan replaced under warrenty after 24 mnths

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes