VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I bought as a 2.5 year old car, great value for a pocket rocket.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Very thirsty when driven hard.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Jarring on country lanes.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Fantastic, though the ESP gets carried away if tyre pressures are not right.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Starts first time every time, only minor issues covered on warranty.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    It's a Golf, what more is needed!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Front seats hold well for fast cornering.

  • Security and Service

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    VW has bad reputation, however I've always had good service locally.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Purrs like a kitten.

    Other

    Anti-roll bars needed replacing (sounded like a common fault).

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes