VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    A lot for the money compared with German rivals, but expensive compared to French/British alternatives. Still, you get what you pay for.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A bit thirsty, but not unreasonable.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    It feels like a small German car with a German engine - comfortable, compact and well made. A pleasure!

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Noisy on the motorway but other than that as a 1.6 should be.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No problems so far.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A bit samey - but who cares? There has to be a reason so many people have them.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Lots of room, front and back, but the silly front armrest that gets in the way - a minor complaint!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It"s still in the drive - no need to test crash safety yet!

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Imported the car but local dealer is more than happy to take my cash for servicing it.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes