2000 Volkswagen Polo S (75 BHP) review from UK and Ireland
"What's happened to VWs quality reputation?"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Radio cut out intermittently shortly after purchase, and was eventually replaced.
Passenger side electric window motor failed at 11,000 miles, and was replaced.
Passenger side trim came loose.
Cigarette lighter failed at 13,000 miles - contacts were replaced.
At 15,000 miles the car refused to start - diagnosed as an ignition switch problem - contacts were replaced.
Airbag light on continuously - needed replacement part.
General comments?
The quality of this Polo has been very disappointing compared to previous Volkswagens I have owned.
Some of the problems have been described to me as 'known faults' by the dealer. Why are owners not informed of potential problems?
My local dealer was disenfranchised by Volkswagen, leaving me 15 miles away from the next nearest dealer. I received no notification in advance that this was about to happen.
I am happy with the performance, economy and comfort.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 15000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Polo |
| Date of Entry | 17th July, 2001 |