Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (2004 - 2008) 1.4 S 5d (AC) (2006/55) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

It's actually quite nice to be average - no one hates it, but it's refined and solid and generally appreciated.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Positive, particularly in black.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would consider buying a GTi or R32.

What are you likely to buy next?

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

January 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

Rented from Europcar - good service and rates.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

In town, excellent - light steering with plenty of feel, accurate short gearshift, power not bad at all for a 1.4. On motorway, poor - this hire car had done 7,000 miles but dampers appeared to be faulty - poor suspension control at speed, requiring constant steering correction and lack of confidence. Suspension pitches, wallows and crashes - quite an achievement. If you are considering buying one make sure you are able to drive it at 70mph on test. Steering annoyingly weights up at speed and becomes devoid of feel.

What's it like to park?

Have you had any problems with the car?

What's most practical about your car?

Very roomy, feels more like an MPV inside. Excellent storage space.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?