VW Polo Hatchback 2000-

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Hardly bargain basement price - especially considering car's performance over 18 months.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Suspension a bit wallowy.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Reasonable for one litre, but needs to be revved hard.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Several niggling trim/build quality problems (brake pipes incorrectly fitted, rattling exhaust/dashboard/window). Not impressive!

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Dashboard air vents are a triumph of styling over function. Seats can be too firm and lack support for long journeys.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Alarm would be nice

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Difficulty getting warranty repairs done at a convenient time. Getting a courtesy car is like getting blood out of a stone! PDI did not seem to be done adequately.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Intemittent pinking, exhaust rattle, two cambelt tensioners.

    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