2001 Volkswagen Polo 1.4 16V review from Australia and New Zealand
"Solid, classy, well-built car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
There was a very loud rattle from the CD player which the dealer fixed.
The trim on the rear doors is not very well attached.
General comments?
A delightful car to drive.
The exterior looks solid and expensive as do the interior plastics, which have a wonderful feel - barring the steering wheel which is too thin.
Engine is very fizzy, but has a low red-line for a 16V - only 5750 RPM.
Handles very well.
Comfortable and roomy, but the boot is tall, but not deep. Increasing luggage space by folding the rear seats is not easy due to having to push the front seats forward and removing the rear head-rests.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 16v petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 42 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 4600 kilometres |
| Previous car | Holden Barina |
| Date of Entry | 11th June, 2002 |