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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I am not sure but as a 6 foot third ager I like a car that works for me.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    They appreciate the superb rear seat / legroom.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, because it fits my needs and has the extras I wanted. Excellent successor to a Mk5 1.9 TDI DSG estate.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    The same unless something better comes along.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £22,400

    When did you buy the car?

    October 2014

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    I believe so. I obtained a range of quotes and local VW dealer matched the best.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Excellent throughout.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Engine and DSG very smooth; good power from low revs; well weighted steering; good ride and predictable handling; quiet with only tyre noise on bad surfaces.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy with front/rear sensors, corners probably not as easy to locate without them.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No, nothing at all.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Amount and flexibility of interior space.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Adaptive cruise control.