1998 Volkswagen Polo 16V review from UK and Ireland
"Sporty, stylish and sophisticated"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Electric window failure on driver's side.
Alarm failure due to low battery. There is no warning to say that the battery is low on factory fitted alarm systems.
General comments?
Although this is described by the press as a "warm hatch", it offers fair economy whilst having ample power for all sorts of driving. On the motorway, the car is not shamed by its size. Rather the opposite, in fact, it feels larger than it is.
The car has adequate rear space but for longer excursions the boot cannot carry the luggage of four adults unless the rear seat is folded.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 24000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 45000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Polo |
| Date of Entry | 17th July, 2001 |