2002 Volkswagen Golf PD130 review from UK and Ireland
"High performance with exceptional economy and reliability. Just expensive to buy"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rattle from driver's side dashboard.
General comments?
This car is amazing. Easily doing over 50 miles-per-gallon yet with performance to seriously challenge my previous BMW-328. Overtaking is an absolute joy, just make sure you've got 1700rpm on the tachometer and off you go.. with a six speed you're never lost for a gear. What a hoot!
The brakes snatch when first pressed, but then need firm pressure to lose speed quickly, making smooth braking quite difficult.
Engine noise is ever present, more so than in many of todays competitors, but it isn't too bad.
Ride comfort on the standard suspension is good (The PDGT150 is too harsh for distance traveling).
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 turbo diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 30000 miles |
| Previous car | BMW 3 Series |
| Date of Entry | 3rd June, 2003 |