Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0 GTI 5d DSG (2005/54) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Pricey to purchase, but worth compared to Focus ST and overpowered Astra VXR.
Costs
Expensive to service anywhere, but mpg can be very surprising considering the capabilities of the engine.
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On the road
Driving
Simply awesome, Golf Mk2 was probably better overall, but this has a bit more under the hood.
Performance
Simply the best, will shred the fronts easily enough and scramble to 60 in 6.9 seconds. It handles with supreme grip and feel, with really splendid mid-range punch. Not even a hint of lag!
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Living with it
Reliability
Perfect. DSG stalled though…
Image
Great image, people admire you. Compared to any BMW or Mercedes it totally rocks!
Comfort
Very comfortable, beats all competitors easily, great front seats, loads of room in rear and in boot, audio system is good, as is the climate control.
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Security and Service
Security
Seems fine, looks like an average Golf to the untrained eye, but notice the badge and wheels and you may have a problem.
Service
A bit distant.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
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