VW Polo Coupe 1984-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    A functional, reliable car.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    40mpg - cheap to run. Avoid dealers.

  • On the road

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Better with 1.3 engine - has to be pushed. GT or G40 likely to be more fun.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never faltered in over 60,000 miles / 4 years of abuse.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Coupe looks best.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No chance of falling asleep at the wheel.

  • Security and Service

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    VW dealers are expensive to use. Try a local garage - anyone can fix a Polo for 1/3 dealer cost!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Thrashed, but seemingly indestructable - 90,000 miles and counting.

    Other

    Annoying parking lights linked to indicator - I've killed 2 batteries.

    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