VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Pricy if fully loaded, buy slightly used!

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    25mpg average. Sometimes more/less.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Far better than 'soft' GTi Turbo owned before.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    As above - huge torque + 150mph = enough.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Driver's window came loose. Engine/transmission 100%

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Invisible, unless you know what it is. Classy.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    With leather Recaros, superb.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Still got it!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Driver's window began to rattle when half open.

    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