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for Volkswagen Golf 1.6 FSI

Rating Summary based on 8 reviews

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  • 3 Stars
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  • Fuel consumption
  • Looks
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  		• 4.5
  		• 3.7
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  		• 4.3
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  • 54 of 54 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Level 7 ChemicalRomance

    Member since 01/08/2005

    Reviews written: 198

    5 Stars VW Golf... Me and my Little Rex... Review with images 18/03/2011
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages A fabulous looking car...

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Not everyone has all the added extras!

    I will say now that the Mark 5 VW Golf has always had a bit of a soft spot in my heart, yes, I know it's a car but I really liked them when they first came out in 2004, even though I was only 14 I've always been into my cars. I blame Dad for that! So when July 2007 finally rolled around and I was hunting for a driving instructor, it was only natural for me to choose one that was using the Mark 5 as their instructor car, I was spoilt i have to say with a 4motion sport, 2.0 litre TDI - with leather interior and Lord knows what else - I told you I'd been spoilt. Thing is when I passed my test 6 ... more
  • 41 of 41 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Level 7 azana

    Member since 12/02/2009

    Reviews written: 275

    2 Stars The Car that is too Clever for its own Good... 28/05/2010
    User doesn't recommend the product

    Advantages Advantages looks nice

    Disadvantages Disadvantages not reliable in my experience

    When it comes to cars I'm pretty uncomplicated really - as long as I can get myself and my stuff into whatever car I'm driving, turn the key and go, I'm happy. Though, in my time, I've worked in tyre, brake and clutch factories (all part of my mission at the time to teach English to the French) I really have no interest in knowing what's under the bonnet. If you are in the market for one of these second hand - VW is on to MK6 now I believe, before you move on I should probably point out that I've owned a MK5 for over 5 years and in that time I've come to know it pretty well. I hope that some ... more
  • 18 of 18 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Level 3 sally.jenkins

    Member since 03/02/2004

    Reviews written: 36

    4 Stars A new version of a classic and popular car 28/06/2006
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Great looking car, nice drive

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Pricing, although lower than some years ago, is still relatively high

    Recently, my poor car Joey got poorly (drove over something which severed the fuel pipe under the car) so he had to go to Dr Volkswagen, and, in the meantime while my car was being checked and fixed, I was given a courtesy car, which was a new Golf 1.6 FSI, so I thought I'd review it. The Golf is available in the 1.6 edition as an S model, SE model, Sport, GT, GTi, and R32 models. The S is the base model: as you move up through the different editions you get more extras thrown in. The 'FSI' that's included in the name doesn't appear to mean anything: having scoured the VW website to find out ... more
  • 7 of 7 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    mynameisrui

    5 Stars What a car!! 07/07/2008
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Great interior, wonderful drive

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Costs more than other cars similar to it

    Almost 6 months ago I decided to trade in my Ford Fiesta and get a proper car. I'd pretty much set my heart on a Golf but needed to try some other cars and also decide what mark Golf I wanted. After test driving a few cars I finally decided that the Golf was my favourite and that was what I was going to get. Next onto whether to get a mark 4 or mark 5. From the outside I definitely prefer the mark 4. Its more distinguished and easily recognisable. The mark 5 is recognisable but is not in the same category as the mark 4. The thing that sold it to me was the interior. Once you site inside the ... more
  • 1 of 1 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    echt

    2 Stars Poor Quality VW GOLF V 09/04/2010
    User doesn't recommend the product

    Advantages Advantages Good looks and history as a solid reliable car

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Poor quality parts which are extremely expensive to replace

    POOR QUALITY VW GOLF V! Having bought a new golf in 2004 in the mistaken belief that they are solid and reliable I have been very disappointed with lots of silly but annoying faults. The local garage is very polite but totally inefficient. Last month I fitted a new set of Bosche wipers but according to my service mechanic they are all poor! However my rear brakes which are apparently 99% worn are acceptable and he has passed my MOT??? With 50000 carefully driven miles I am faced with a bill of £2000 for a series of small but expensive faults! Did you realise for example that the hourly rate in ... more
  • 0 of 4 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    samsu84

    4 Stars vw golf 1.6 fsi 09/11/2008
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages economical on short and distance journey.

    Disadvantages Disadvantages slow pick up

    i have a golf 1.6 fsi myself and i really like it. beside doing the best for the environment and saving money, the 1.6 liter is a bit slow on pick up and lags what the r32 or gt or gti would have, sporty looks powerful engine and better luxuries, i.e upgraded stereo better seats alloy wheels etc. the only fault i have had with my golf is the COIL PACK which is a common fault on mk5 golfs which cost about £40 to £60. every 2 yr service cost about £150-£200 vw service centre. every 4 yr service cost £350-£450 which is a major service vw service centre and they didn't even change the brake fluid ... more
  • 0 of 5 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Steffi17

    4 Stars Good Practical Car 19/02/2011
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Economical , 6 gears, not slow

    Disadvantages Disadvantages looks standard without coloured trim

    I have purchased this Golf 1.6 FSI for almost half a a year now and have no problems yet with this car. I have upgraded from a Renault Clio and the change is HUGE. The boot space is massive i could fit a 40 LED TV with ease! The room for passengers as well is surprisingly spacious. (I have a 5 door). The improved 1.6 engine offers a generous 112 bhp and shifts pretty well for a 1.6 engine! Although not as quick as the honda civic 1.6vtec which i would have preferred i think. I bought this golf on a 56 plate and was the standard model meaning i did not have colour co ordinated wing mirrors and ... more
  • 0 of 5 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    smartreviews

    2 Stars vw did me no good 12/09/2011
    User doesn't recommend the product

    Advantages Advantages fast and good looking

    Disadvantages Disadvantages multiple transmission and over heating problems

    Good looking, high speed, very excellent sound system but serious transmission and over heating problems. This car is a joy to drive but one should know that sooner or letter, the transmission is to start giving problems, mostly automatic transmission and the engine will start overheating .My Golf is only going from gear number 1 to 3. When I put it into the drive gear it starts shaking, it’s ridiculous. As a Golf owner I took time to consult with other Golf owners and they all seem to talk the same language with me. I just wonder why such a nice car would have such problems. I don’t think I ... more
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