Volkswagen Polo Hatchback 1.6 GL 3d (1995/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Quite pricey to buy - but residuals are good so shouldn't get caned when it's time to move it on.
Costs
Decent on fuel and servicing has been ok - but watch out for 6000 mile service intervals! (This may have changed on later models).
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On the road
Driving
Pretty good, but can get uncomfy on long trips. Body roll on twisty back roads can be pretty hairy!
Performance
Feels underpowered for a 1.6 (74BHP) - quite nippy at lower end, but screams a bit at higher speeds.
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Living with it
Reliability
Driver's power window has packed up and the alarm/ immobiliser has been removed due to total failure.
Image
Nice looking car - looks better than most model of this age/ type.
Comfort
Seats not the most comfortable - interior fairly basic.
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Security and Service
Security
Had factory fitted alarm/immobiliser which died horribly - now has neither!
Service
Haven't used VW Dealer so can't comment.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Noisy and underpowered but keeps going
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No