VW Polo Hatchback 1981-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Now very cheap, roomy little run around.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Parts expensive, luckily very reliable!!

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Heavy steering and very firm ride, but still fun.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very nippy around town and adequate on motorway. Amazing for a 1.0!!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent - be kind to it and it will keep going.

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    2 out of 5 2.0

    Neither here nor there. Just a practical roomy little estate!

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Good leg and headroom. Seats supportive, but very firm ride.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Basic locks, so need to use some kind of other deterent.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Expensive parts and sevice costs.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    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