Volkswagen Bora 1.6 16V SE 4d (1999/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
£6,200 for what is a baby Mercedes standard of build.
Costs
Fuel consumption 40.8mpg over all types of driving.
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On the road
Driving
Very comfortable. Superb seats. Controls of high quality.
Performance
Heavy body blunts performance, but build quality more important.
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Living with it
Reliability
Only owned for two months, but two previous Jettas were low cost maintenance.
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Outsells Golf 3 to 1 in States, but other way round here with buyers' hatchback preference.
Comfort
Great in the front, not too good for adults at rear; but how often do you carry passengers?
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Security and Service
Security
Thatcham 1 grade alarm and immobiliser.
Service
Use an independent VW specialist - half the cost and very reliable.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Previous two VWs virtually 100 per cent reliable; last Jetta still going strong after 13 years.
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