VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Expensive, but feels it.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No more to run than average.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nice to drive, but steering always pulled.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Low gearing means livelier than expected.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Never let me down, but quite a few faults.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Revs too high, but quiet and smooth.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Immobiliser, but no alarm.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Actually pretty good (Surbiton VW).

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Erratic tickover very annoying.

    Other

    Electric mirrors knackered. Bottom tray fell off.

    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