Volkswagen Polo 1.4 TDI

This car was originally purchased as a compromise between what my wife wanted - something small and easy to drive but with nippy performance - and what I wanted - something big and powerful. We had decided that we no longer needed two cars which had been the previous solution to the dilemma. The search was on and it was to be either an estate or a hatch. We looked at several different options. One was a Honda Civic but my wife didn’t like the styling ...
...very impressive seat arrangements but again my wife didn’t like the styling. (I think it was the bright pink demonstrator that put her off). On to Peugeot – 307 too big but the 206 turbo diesel estate seemed to get positive responses and it went on the short list. We also considered an Astra Estate – a plain Jane and a Vectra Estate, too big. At VW it was the Golf hatch and estate but they seemed too expensive even secondhand. The diesels especially ...

confusion 17.09.2003 (04.11.2003) · Read full review
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I have a VW Polo 1.4tdi 06 plate Its the best car I've had, economical, practical, stylish and nippy. The boot is not huge but can fit one large suitcase and two small at a squeeze so adequate for my family of four. A full tank of deisel ( around £40) will last me two to three weeks with the everyday school and work run and weekend local roaming around. We took it to Glasgow - around 360 miles from home with a full tank on leaving, it had just ...
...When pulling away it drives more like a 1.6. and will sit very comfortably at 70mph on the motorway. It feels safe and comfortable to drive, and has excellent build quality ( so my husband says lol ). We've had no mechanical problems so far. It has cheap Tax and insurance. Servicing costs £45 to change the oil for its first service at 10,000 , £120 for its next one at 20,000 miles and £150 for its third. It came fitted with a great cd radio, has ...

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This car is awesome, I just don't know where to start, it's that good! The car I am writing about is a 2003 model and has done 40,000 miles. This model has mod cons such as electric windows, electric mirrors, abs, cd player etc Let's start off in the heart of the car, the engine. This engine is a little 1.4L diesel that has had a turbo strapped to it. According to the statistics on the internet this car has 84bhp, but it feels like so much more. ...
...a normal diesel but after 5mins of the engine running you could be forgiven for thinking that it is petrol. The diesel engine seems like any normal diesel until you hit 2500rpm, it's at this point you're pulled back in to your seat and the car just comes into its own. It's not only the performance of this car that shocks me but it's the fuel economy. You would think a car with this much accl would just drink the fuel but it barley ever has to go ...

mad_driver 20.02.2006 (21.02.2006) · Read full review
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This review is for the VW Polo 1.4 TDI S edition on the 52 plate. My experience of the car is that it was very reliable, well built, has excellent fuel economy around 50mpg and a good level of equipment for the class of car. The interior of the car is well made. The quality of the materials used is excellent. Instead of a plasticy looking dash the VW polo has a matt ruberised feel to the dash board and switches. Whereas the rest of the interior ...
...grey materials is a bit excessive and in my opinion the quality of the seat materials could be a little more hardwearing but they are my only gripes with the cabin area. In terms of ride the car is pleasant to drive around town, very responsive, and not much cabin noise under 50mph. The car is very stable to drive with very little body roll. Motorway driving could be a bit noisier and although the car is comfortable for journeys lasting an hour ...

jaddingt 27.04.2006 · Read full review
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I bought this car, used a couple of months ago and its been a perfect little runner! With just a 1.4 diesel engine, its cheap to run, even now that prices are going up, I can fill my tank for £55 and it will last for a month! Not bad at all. The road tax currently costs just £35, so definitely no complaining there. I use the car daily for work and for leisure purposes, especially for trips at the weekend, and have experienced no trouble at all. ...

cozlw 29.07.2008
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I have now had my 2004 1.4TDi Polo for three weeks and am more than satisfied with this latest offering from VW. This is a supermini that outperforms its class. The build quality is as good as you should expect from VW and the ride, handling and performance do not dissappoint. It is worth spending a little extra to ensure the comfort of Air Conditioning and the 6-Disc in Dash CD Changer has also proven to be a wise investment The Polo has plenty ...
...of cubby holes. A well enginered cup holder sits in the dash and two further cup holders are located behind the handbrake. While the car is not as inspiring to drive as some of the larger VW models it does perform well, with the 1.4TDI engine producing ample power and returning a fuel economy of around 60mpg. I am very impressed with this car, but if I had to make the choice again I may be tempted to buy the equivilant Skoda Fabia and use the savings ...

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I have had this car for nearly two years and it replaced my older diesel Polo. The first thing I noticed when I got it was the ease of driving. It is so light to drive with adjustable power steering and light clutch. My three door version has good access to the rear seats - much better than larger three door cars I've been in. the build quality is excellent and I have had no problems with my local dealer. It is slightly let down by the use of expensive ...
...and uncomfrtable seats on ling journeys (over 200 miles). The only problems I have had have been jamming sealt belt due my fleece coat shedding fluff and unsual wear on the front tyres corrected by re-tracking. Over all a brilliant, super ecomonical (60 mpg) and stylish small car for everyday use. ...

fairyclairy 22.03.2005 · Read full review
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The service and deal i got on my old car was second to none. They even threw in a set of new car mats with the only the minimum of persuasion needed. The car is absolutely faultless after 3000 miles. Fuel economy is ok but i expected more. I get average 55mpg overall, including lots of long distance at 60 - 70 mph. I expected 65mpg and i find it impossible to get the stated 74mpg on a long run even when i drive carefully at 55 mph. The comfort for ...

lleo 29.07.2008 · Read full review
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53 Plate Polo Twist 1.4TDi Ive had this car for a year now and it is amazing :d Nippy comfy and so Cheap to run Would like to have a 6th gear for motorways but other than than no faults what so ever. It has over 100000 on the clock and everything is as good as new. Brakes are so sharp such a small car with disks all around is great :D helps when on narrow twisty lanes. The only problem ive had is with the DVLA who say it is a Band C Tax Group ...

Rickson 12.12.2007 · Read full review
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This is the nicest, easiest car I have ever owned and driven. I mixes style wih simplicity and comfort with sportiness. I have driven Golf GTIs, Lupo, Civic Type R, Nova GTE, Cavalier SRI + many more sporty and family cars. I will keep this car for a long time as i know it will be reliable. The fuel consumption is so low, the needle doesnt move until about the first 100 miles! Tax is also cheap and the insurance is also very cheap. The drive is ...
...neded on a diesel car. Its true what they say about VW diesel engines, you could forget its a diesel! I test drove a black 1.4 TDI before I bought mine and I liked it so much that decided that it was worth fully loading the car with extras and going for the colour concept model and it was still good value for money. ...

bexy1 13.05.2003 · Read full review
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My car is fab, it handles very well, brakes sharply, accelerates smoothly. it takes off at roundabouts and lights with just a little pressure. its got all the good quality and sturdiness that a VW is renown for along with a very unique style. Because its diesel it is very good on fuel economy, a full tank lasts me about 2 to 3 weeks and i actually probably cover minimum 30miles a day so im very happy with that. I find that the retailer i purchased ...
...let me take my time and ask whateva i wanted to ask - they have been helpful since when i wanted to purchase some extras. My car has had many admiring comments and glances. In my line of work i get to drive quite a few cars by competing manaufacturers to VW and none actually compare to my polo - im hooked!! i would buy a polo over and over again...teehee ...

messages4zoe 12.06.2003 · Read full review
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