VW Polo Hatchback 1981-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Motoring doesn't get much cheaper than this.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Next to nothing.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bouncy with roll, but the little tyres grip well.

    Performance

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Relax, what's the rush? Speed cameras shouldn't worry you.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    As good as it gets. This is the modern Morris Minor.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Your boss will offer you a pay rise if he/she sees you in this.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    It's fine for around town. Seats are lacking for longer journeys.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Nobody bothers you.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very good. These guys know their stuff.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None, it still starts first time every time.

    Other

    Very, very reliable.

    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