Volkswagen Polo Hatchback 1.6 GTi 5d (2000/W) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Premium price for a premium brand.
Costs
Servicing reasonable, but terrible problems trying to sell after 2.5 years. No luck selling privately (even at rock bottom price), so had to take the hit and trade in against the Mini. 50%+ depreciation.
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On the road
Driving
Good to drive overall, but watch the cornering at speed.
Performance
Good pickup in third gear and at over 4000rpm.
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Living with it
Reliability
2.5 years without any problems.
Image
Always looked good, but being black it always looked dirty!
Comfort
Driver's seat could have done with a bit more side support.
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Security and Service
Security
Alarm and immobiliser yes, but where were the deadlocks?
Service
VW dealers arrogant, despite me being a cash buyer with no part-ex. Expected better.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
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