Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (04-08) - Review Review by David Ross on 30 May 2006 Last Updated: 28 Sep 2009 4 With an excellent drive, roomy interior and a five-star Euro NCAP crash-test rating, the Volkswagen Golf is one of the best hatchbacks around. It's improved in every area over the car it replaced - it can carry four adults in comfort, is enjoyable and comfortable on the road and has most of the equipment you'll ever need. Latest Volkswagen Golf Hatchback review Summary Driving & Performance Equipment Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Owners' Reviews Also Consider Facts & Figures Company Car Info Gallery 4.5 out of 5 Safety Euro NCAP Provides motoring consumers with a realistic and independent assessment of the safety performance of some of the most popular cars sold in Europe. Visit Euro NCAP for more info Adult Occupant Rating 5 out of 5 Child Protection Rating 4 out of 5 Pedestrian Test Rating 3 out of 5 This generation Golf was the first Volkswagen to achieve a top five-star Euro NCAP crash test result. In addition, every car has twin front airbags passenger, driver and front passenger side airbags, head airbags, anti-whiplash protection, five three-point seatbelts and Isofix child-seat anchor points. All cars have an alarm, immobiliser and a stereo that's unique to the car, as well as a key that's difficult to copy. 4 out of 5 Reliability There were a handful of minor teething problems, which have been cleared up under warranty. Aside from that, this Golf is proving to be very reliable. Car check problem points Body No problems reported. Engine/Gearbox No problems reported. Other No problems reported. Back to: Costs Continue to: Buying & Selling Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Volkswagen Golf cars for sale We have 576 models like this for sale. Find Volkswagen Golf cars for sale