VW Polo Hatchback 1981-
  • Economy

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very cheap to buy and run.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Can be challenging, but also fun

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Like most VW of the day, they have more power than is expected or even stated.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Extream cold can get to the battery.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Little image, but some of the best paint work on the road still today.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Feels the bumps and a bit soft on suspension

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    It's not going to be stolen anyway.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Very cheap on services

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Head gasket needed replacing twice

    Other

    A brilliant build from VW, a good one will last for ever.

    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