2003 Volkswagen Polo S 1.9SDI review from UK and Ireland
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Steering pulled badly to the left.
Rear windows dropped.
Bad wind noise on both front doors\widows. Manufacturer says this is a fault which is common on this model - no solution yet available.
Wrong bushes fitted on front wheels resulting in creaking and knocking on suspension and steering still not 100% accurate. Manufacturer advises this fault exists on this model of Polo - no date yet as to when new bushes and tools will be available to remedy situation.
Seat cover stitching split.
Electric window switches do not work as they should.
General comments?
The engine performance and fuel consumption is good.
Surprisingly quick car for a diesel if driven intelligently.
Not a car just for women!
Standard of manufacture on essential body parts, however, is bad and very troubling.
Car is only 10 months old, has spent a lot of time back at the dealer and has given problems since day one.
It is a good looking, good performance car being ruined by bad manufacturing.
Good points are spacious interior, comfort, well designed, good looking, good gearbox.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 S diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 6 miles |
| Most recent distance | 9115 miles |
| Previous car | Peugeot 205 |
| Date of Entry | 2nd March, 2004 |