Volkswagen Golf Estate 1.9 SE TDI (130ps) 5d (2003/53) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Above average
Costs
Very good economy 45-50mpg
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On the road
Driving
Bouncy around long bends when unloaded
Performance
130bhp gives it some poke
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Living with it
Reliability
Average
Image
Still a smart car although the Mk5 makes it a bit out dated.
Comfort
A bit short of room for rear passengers
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Security and Service
Security
Good
Service
VW garages don't allow you to speak to the mechanic in person so information gets garbled when trying to explain the problem in writing as no one appears to be able to read these days.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None
Other
Exhaust smoke getting into cabin at startup, leaking thermostat due to elipical plastic housing, blown light bulb in heater control panel.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes