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| 1.6 (101 Hp) (AEK) | No reports | 0 | No issues reported | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1.6 (101 Hp) Automatic (AEK) | No reports | 0 | No issues reported | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1.6 (75 Hp) (AEE) | No reports | 0 | No issues reported | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1.6 (75 Hp) Automatic (AEE) | No reports | 0 | No issues reported | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 1.9 D (64 Hp) (1Y) | No reports | 0 | No issues reported | ||||
| 1.9 SDI (64 Hp) (AEY) | No reports | 0 | No issues reported | ||||
| 1.9 TD (75 Hp) (AAZ) | No reports | 0 | No issues reported | ||||
| 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) (1Z, AHU) | No reports | 0 | No issues reported | ||||
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As a "representative" car, it requires investment. I've seen truly pampered examples. Ideal for work or a trip with four people and plenty of luggage.
This car is a bit older but still has its charm. If it had better rust protection, it would be much improved. However, compared to other cars, it's not too bad.
This car is good for people who don't need to drive 500km daily. It's economical, cheap to maintain, rarely breaks down, has a huge trunk, and is great for holidays. If you're looking for a sports car, you'll be disappointed – 90 hp is very little.
Bought this car 9 years ago for 32,000 PLN with 58,000 km. It now has around 225,000 km and nothing has broken. I give it an excellent rating for its overall performance, despite a few drawbacks not found in new cars. It's a 1992 design, so some things are understandably unrefined.
Overall, the car isn't bad, although it's getting old and the number of issues has significantly increased, especially with the electrical system (cables are falling apart from age). Recently, the Lambda sensor failed, which the service surprisingly considered a success as it lasted 16 years and 254,000 km.
Overall, I don't have major reservations about this car. It performs very well and has never let me down on long trips. Of course, it's getting on in years, and some things won't work perfectly anymore. I'm a bit worried about its susceptibility to rust; otherwise, I rate it very positively.
Planning to drive this car for the next few years. Wouldn't trade it for any other from this year. The 1.9 TDI engine with 90HP is perfectly adequate for both city driving and longer distances. It's a reliable car; no major issues or expenses in the last 3 months. It's very fuel-efficient, consuming a maximum of 5.7l/100km on the highway at speeds of 120-140 km/h!
The car is reliable, it's never let me down (unlike the current Seat Toledo II). It handles well, is very spacious, and comfortable. The only drawbacks are the weak engine, average fuel consumption, and body corrosion, but it is still worth buying. From an 8-year perspective, I would buy it again.
Very good car, I recommend it for those who appreciate power as well as those thinking about comfort, even with a small family (1-2 children). The trunk is huge, 500 liters, with plenty of space inside. I have the version with air conditioning and full electrics, so there's a touch of luxury.
A good car for someone on a budget who needs reliability. It stands out with its stylish, sporty shape. I am extremely satisfied with this model. Its biggest drawback, however, is the bodywork, which is of very poor quality. This is characteristic of the Golf III and Vento. It's best to garage it and, if rust spots appear, fill them immediately. The engine pleasantly surprised me - although it's quite weak, it's reliable, easy to maintain, and very economical.
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