Although independent crash test experts Euro NCAP have never tested the Golf Cabriolet, the body structure is rigid and the reinforced rollover bar gives added protection in the event of the car overturning. Safety equipment includes front airbags, ABS and an immobiliser, plus buyers can also specify an alarm, central locking and additional airbags at an extra cost, too.
Soft-tops are great fun, offering versatile motoring throughout the year and this one’s no different; looking great with the top down in the summer months. As with most two-door four-seaters, quick access to the rear seats can be difficult and a pain if you’re using them all the time. The boot is by no means as practical as the Mk3 Golf Hatchback on a day-to-day basis, but the 270-litre capacity is about the same size as its rivals and big enough to carry a couple of small suitcases.
Folding the rear seats down increases luggage capacity, but the hood - which is electrically powered on all but base models - restricts access to the boot, making loading awkward.
