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NHTSA Crash Test Results
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The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) did not test
this vehicle model.
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Frontal Crash:
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Rating:
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Driver
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Not tested by NHTSA
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Passenger
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Not tested by NHTSA
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Side Crash:
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Rating:
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Front Seat
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Not tested by NHTSA
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Rear Seat
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Not tested by NHTSA
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Rollover Resistance:
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Rating:
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Rollover Resistance
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Not tested by NHTSA
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The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) provides 3
different ratings -
full-width frontal crash test
,
side impact crash test
, and
rollover resistance
. The frontal crash test indicates how
well the safety features and restraints
will protect an occupant in a head-on
collision. The side-impact test conveys
the chance of a severe chest injury,
while the rollover resistance rating
estimates the risk of rolling over in a
single vehicle crash.
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IIHS Crash Test Results
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Low-Speed Damage Repair
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Front Crash
Description:
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Front Crash Cost:
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Front into flat barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Front into angle barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Rear Crash
Description:
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Rear Crash Cost:
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Rear into flat barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Rear into pole
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Not tested by IIHS
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Average Damage Per
Test
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Not tested by IIHS
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Insurance Institute for Highway
Safety (IIHS) conducts four 5
mph crash tests to assess bumper
performance. These results
convey how well this
2001 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GL
bumpers will protect the car
body from damage in low-speed
collisions.
Low-speed damage repair
costs are obtained from
the Insurance Institute
for Highway Safety,
Highway Loss Data
Institute.
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Injury, Collision, & Theft
Indicators
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Index:
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Score:
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Rating:
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Injury Index
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91
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Average
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Collision Index
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127
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Worse than average
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Theft Index
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116
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Average
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These scores are stated
in relative terms, with
100 being the average
for all cars in each
category. Scores greater
than 100 represent
higher risk in each
category. For example,
an injury indicator
score of 122 means that
a passenger in this
model is 22% more likely
to be injured in an
accident.
The injury,
collision, and
theft indicators
for this
2001 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GL
are provided by
the Insurance
Institute for
Highway Safety,
Highway Loss
Data Institute.
Learn
more
about these
results.
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Safety Recalls
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NHTSA Safety Recalls:
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Important: The following recalls were issued for the
2001 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GL
by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA).
To find out if a specific
2001 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GL
still has open recalls that require repair, CARFAX recommends contacting an
authorized dealership
for more information.
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Recall date:
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09-20-2000
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Units potentially affected:
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4,218
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NHTSA campaign number:
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00V280000
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Defective part or component:
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SUSPENSION:INDEPENDENT FRONT CONTROL ARM:UPPER
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Description:
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Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles. One of two brackets used to bolt the front suspension control arm in front of the vehicle to the body structure may not have been welded sufficiently. The control arm could gradually loosen and ultimately separate from its bracket in normal driving which could cause the vehicle to be difficult to control or result in loss of control. As the bracket loosens, loud metallic knocking sounds in from the vehicle will be heard. Dealers will inspect the bracket and if the welding is insufficient, will replace the control arm.
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Recall date:
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03-08-2002
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Units potentially affected:
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55,000
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NHTSA campaign number:
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02V031000
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Defective part or component:
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK
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Description:
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On some passenger vehicles, short circuits can occur within the electronic control unit of the anti-lock braking system (ABS). This can result in a fire. Dealers will replace the ABS control unit. Owner notification began March 8, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
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Recall date:
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09-12-2002
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Units potentially affected:
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332,950
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NHTSA campaign number:
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02V244000
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Defective part or component:
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EQUIPMENT:CHILD SEAT
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Description:
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Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 225, ""Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."" Child seat anchorages installed in the vehicle's rear seats must be identified by markings, and their location and use be described in the Owner's Manual. These vehicles were not marked or described as required by the standard. Owners will be provided with a supplement for the Owner's Manual and also one set of four guidance fixtures intended to use in conjunction with child seats equipped with rigid or semi-rigid lower anchorage attachments. Also enclosed will be four decals together with installation instructions and a template for attaching the decals to the lower seat backs. Owner notification is expected to begin September 15, 2002. Owners should contact VWoA at 1-800-822-8987.
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Recall date:
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02-01-2005
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Units potentially affected:
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350,000
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NHTSA campaign number:
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04V584000
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Defective part or component:
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH
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Description:
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On certain passenger vehicles, the hazard switch and flasher system function may degrade over time because of distortion and material transfer of the contacts of certain hazard switch relays which occurs due to substantially increased electrical current load from higher wattage turn signal bulbs. This may result in intermittent or inoperative turn signal and hazard flasher function. Dealers will replace the hazard flasher switch/relay kit. The recall is expected to begin during February 2005. Owners should contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
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Recall date:
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Not reported
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Units potentially affected:
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790,000
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NHTSA campaign number:
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07V063000
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Defective part or component:
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
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Description:
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On certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly. The brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. Failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning. Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before April 27, 2007. Vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06V183, but not both. The remedy is the same for each recall. Volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the VIN number of the vehicle. Owners may contact VW at 1-800-822-8987.
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This 2001 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GL safety recall information was provided by the Insurance Institute
for Highway Safety, Highway Data Loss Institute and is derived from the
National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration
list of safety recalls. Please call the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration Auto Safety Hotline at
1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236) to report safety defects or to obtain information on
cars, trucks, child seats, and highway or traffic safety. CARFAX does not review,
validate or edit the information and statements provided by the National Highway
Traffic and Saftey Administration, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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J.D. Power Ratings
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J.D. Power and Associates uses selected highlights from the firm's quality and
customer satisfaction syndicated studies
to create the Power Ratings at the model-level. These ratings and awards are based on
model rankings within each vehicle segment, whereas Power Circle Ratings compare all
models across segments.
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Identifix Reliability Ratings
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Category:
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Comments:
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Rating:
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Engine
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Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Timing Belt, Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor (4 cylinder engines only), the Ignition Power Stage (1.8L engine only), and the Intake Manifold Air Induction Passages (1.9L engine only). Volkswagen has issued a warranty extension due to the high number of MAF Sensor failures. MAF Sensors are now warranted for 7 years, 70,000 miles on 1999 through 2001 models. The cost to replace the Timing Belt is estimated at $62.00 for parts and $195.00 for labor on gasoline engines, and $63.00 for parts and $175.50 for labor on diesel engines. The cost to replace the MAF Sensor is estimated at $380.00 for parts and $58.50 for labor. The cost to replace the Ignition Power Stage is estimated at $125.00 for parts and $52.00 for labor. The cost of cleaning the carbon from the Intake Manifold Air Induction Passages is estimated at $11.00 for parts and $169.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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Transmission & Driveline
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Steering & Suspension
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Brakes
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Heating & Air Conditioning
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Starting & Charging
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Accessories
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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This
2001 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
reliability
information was provided by Identifix.
Identifix is the nation's largest technical
support service for the aftermarket auto repair
industry. CARFAX does not review, validate or edit
the information and statements provided by Identifix,
which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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Intellichoice Cost of Ownership & Value Rating
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Cost of Ownership (2001 - 2005):
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Ownership costs are the costs to purchase and operate a vehicle over a period of time.
Understanding these costs can save you money and help you make a wiser financial
decision when it comes time to select a vehicle. Intellichoice is one of the leading
providers of automotive information in the U.S.
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Original Manufacturer Warranty
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Coverage:
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Years/Mileage:
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Basic
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2 years or 24,000 miles
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Drivetrain
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10 years or 100,000 miles
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Emissions
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2 years or 24,000 miles
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Corrosion
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12 years with Unlimited mileage
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Transferable
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Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered.
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Roadside Assistance
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Roadside assistance is covered for 2 years or 24,000 miles.
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Safety Belt & Inflatable Restraint
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No data from source
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Specific Components
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8 years or 80,000 miles
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Notes:
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Manufacturer covers emissions components under basic warranty. Emissions coverage may vary by state. Refer to owners manual for specific details. Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered. Roadside assistance included during basic coverage. 10 years or 100,000 miles powertrain warranty for original owner or immediate family member, otherwise subsequent owner has 5 years or 50,000 miles on powertrain. Adjustments 1/12,000
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This 2001 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GL warranty information
has been provided by J&L Warranty Pros.
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New Car Test Drive Review
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Summary:
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Teutonic handling with refined road manners.
By Mitch McCullough, Editor-in-Chief, NewCarTestDrive.com
Among compacts, the Golf 1.8T may be relatively expensive. But it's more fun to drive and more refined than other cars in its class. If you enjoy driving, this car is a great choice. If the 150-horsepower turbocharged engine isn't enough juice, then moving up to Volkswagen's narrow-angle V6 should provide plenty of grins and put you in a performance class with upscale sports sedans and sports cars. |
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Overview:
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Volkswagen calls it the world's best-loved hatchback. Call it what you want, but the Golf is quick. It corners well, it rides nice, it's comfortable and it's practical. It has soul. Those who don't like its styling or don't appreciate the hatchback design just don't get it. Two can sit comfortably in back. Fold the seats down and you can cram loads of stuff in the cargo area. It's one of the most refined compact cars available. It exudes fine German engineering. With either the 1.8-liter turbo or the narrow-angle V6, this car is fun to drive. Volkswagen's ultimate driver's car is the sporty GTI, which delivers German performance born on the autobahn, as well as a refined, high-quality interior.
Read the complete
2001 Volkswagen Golf/GTI review
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© 2002 NewCarTestDrive.com
CARFAX does not review, validate or edit the information and statements provided by NewCarTestDrive.com, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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Awards
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