Used Volkswagen Golf 2004-2008 review

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Quite expensive at the outlay but good strong residuals. A lot of car for the money. Can you put a value on class?

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have had to have a service yet, does however deliver over 50 mpg.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Absolutely fantastic handling for this class of car. Far superior to any mk4 golf I've driven, including V5 and V6 4x4.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fantastic mid range grunt for a 103 bhp diesel. Not that different from the 140 bhp GT TDi if driven "normally".

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Doesn't appear as well put together as our mk4. Bits of trim falling off and other annoying faults that will hopefully be covered by the warranty.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    A golf says everything about you and nothing about you.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fantastic seats (with standard lumbar support). Seat lowers for sportier feel and good steering wheel adjustments.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Alarm, immobiliser and anti-hijack locks as standard!

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Not been back to the dealer yet.

  • 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?

    Yes