VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A bit pricey for equipment level. See when I sell it.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Fuel & Insurance spot on. No maintenance bills yet.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Speed cameras everywhere so what the hell.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No breakdowns so far. A few niggly problems.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Up there with the best of them of this class.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Poor. Immobiliser but no alarm as standard.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Shockingly bad unprofessional attitude. Dealer is member of the RMIF with whom I have had to file a complaint regards garage dismissing liability & soiling cream interior, oil everywhere.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None.

    Other

    Radio antenna faulty, driver's door fails to activate interior courtesy lights.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No