2001 Volkswagen Polo Match review from UK and Ireland
"Overall good, but not as reliable as my previous VW's"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced Lambda probe and front downpipe.
Replaced boot lock.
Replaced clutch.
General comments?
Overall the car is very comfortable and pleasant to drive, for its size.
The 60HP engine is adequate, but no ball of fire. It is fine for the use it is put to, i.e. mostly shortish distances and as the "shopping trolley".
Early in its life it developed a judder on take up in first or reverse. VW had difficulty in diagnosing this, and only accepted there was a problem after the technical manager of the garage came with me in the car. Eventually the clutch was changed, even though VW said it was O.K. It is still not satisfactory.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 29000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Polo |
| Date of Entry | 17th December, 2004 |