VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Initial costs of purchase are soon forgotten. This car will be worth its weight in gold over time.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Parts can be expensive but are rarely needed. You only get what you pay for, after all!

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    This is a car I want to drive and drive. Of all the Golfs I"ve had, this is the most solid feeling to date.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Diesel? You have to be kidding. 50 mpg with hot hatch performance! It's a dream come true.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    VW Golf? Enough said, I do believe.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I love Golfs. I've been driving them right back from the early Mk 1, and they get better and better.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A high spec car, which makes driving it a pleasure. The seats are nice, holding you well, even for me at over 6ft tall.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I like the standard VW alarm and immobiliser. The flashing LEDs by the interior locks are a great idea.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    A little noisy at low revs, but interior noise is kept to a minimum.

    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