VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Went for Golf in comparison with A3 - you get much more for the money.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Services are always a bit of a shock.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Handling on corners (at speed) not as solid as I expected.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Slight lack of oomph was evident even on test drive. Don't mind because it's still great fun.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    One small problem in first three months - fine since then.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Love it.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very nice, feels solid. Heated seats a necessary luxury!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I've heard it's one of the best, but it hasn't been tested yet!

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Incredibly difficult to book services with certain branches.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Boot catch failed causing alarm to go off occasionally.

    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