Volkswagen Polo Hatchback 1.4 S (75ps) 5d (02) (2002/52) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Slightly over priced in it's class, but then you're paying for a decent build quality.
Costs
Reasonable, but not cheap.
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On the road
Driving
Easy to drive, but not very exciting.
Performance
Struggles a bit, the 1.4 lacks sparkle.
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Living with it
Reliability
Only a couple of problems, emission sensor failure after 21,000 miles and drivers window would not go automatic. Both sorted by dealer.
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It's a smart likeable hatch that does what's required of it. I downsized to this car and I'm not disappointed. Not overly keen on the round headlights, but then that's just a personal thing. Will hold it's value well if looked after.
Comfort
Seats are comfy and supportive, lumbar adjustment would have been nice on the 'S' model.
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Security and Service
Security
It locks and has a flashing red light. Apart from that I'm really not sure how effective it is. Immobiliser should be adequate. Mind you, who's going to nick a VW Polo?
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Emission sensor failure.
Other
Driver's window fault.
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