VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Reasonably priced I think. Could do better with better workmanship.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very economical on diesel. Not sure how much a basic service will cost yet, though.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Could improve the handling of the car to make it more fun to drive.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Powerful engine for a diesel engine, I must admit.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Had 4 problems from new. 1: car pulling to the left. 2: airbag light stays on. 3: squeaky brake pedal. 4: rattling dashboard near gearbox.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good looking with 16" alloy wheels.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Just right settings I think.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Haven't noticed any security breach yet.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What a headache! My first Golf and I do like it. However, in 3 weeks from new, had 4 problems.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No