By Ears on 09/07/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2004 Volkswagen Golf GLS TDI 4dr Hatchback (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5M)
Review
I bought a golf TDI and it has been the
best car I have ever owned. The car
gets around 50 miles per gallon running
on diesel fuel which in some cases is
considerable cheaper than gasoline. The
car's interior is beutifully designed
and very used friendly. The stock sound
system is incredible. The only downfall
is the performance. The car stock
doesn't have all the much power, but for
a diesel it does out-do many of its
competitors in the performance category.
But hey if u want speed go buy a
corvette, if you want reliable
efficiency buy a golf TDI, you won't
regret it.
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By jddaigle on 09/06/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2004 Volkswagen Golf GL TDI 4dr Hatchback (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5A)
Review
I got this Golf to replace a 2001 Jetta with the 1.8
liter turbo engine. I wanted to reduce my fuel usage
& try using biodiesel fuel. I loved the Jetta and love
the Golf. The design of the interior is near-perfect,
with everything where it should be. The
performance of the high-torque diesel engine is
excellent--I can easily keep up with (or pass) traffic
and merge & pass on the highway without
downshifting. The seats are very comfortable and
supportive and even in base trim offer many ways
to adjust your driving position. Handling is tight
but not quite sports car tight (I may upgrade my
suspension in the future). Road noise is very well
controlled.
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By Ronny VT on 09/06/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2004 Volkswagen Golf GL TDI 4dr Hatchback (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5M)
Review
Actually, we bought the car in 2000...
we live in Europe, and diesel is the
most common fuel here... It must be said
that Volkswagen was a pioneer in the
direct injected diesel engine... and you
feel this when you drive a VW diesel...
They perform like a petrol engine, are
quiet, but they have a better fuel
economy... It's a great car to drive...
If you are looking for a nice reliable
car, for a fair price... this Golf is
your best buy
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By t shirt man on 08/13/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2004 Volkswagen Golf GL 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
New car had to be jump started in
showroom I should have known not to take
it. They told me it was from the doors
being left open. I've had the car three
weeks,I got to drive it for 8 days. They
say it's a short in the clock but the
part has to be made in Germany. I guess
I should have bought the magic beans
that Jack bought because I would have
believed that sooner. No Help from VW
Hotline also. I asked for my money back
or a new car, they said you bought the
beans now you are stuck with them. As of
my car they still do not know when it
will be repaired. PLEASE DO NOT BUY VW.
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By GolfChicK101 on 08/08/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2004 Volkswagen Golf GLS 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
Review
Very economic on gas, runs smoothe.
Very comfortable, and very cute for any
college kid.
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By xxdoty on 07/31/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2004 Volkswagen Golf GLS TDI 4dr Hatchback (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5M)
Review
We researched vehicles for 7 months
before deciding on the Golf! Hardly
any car met our critera: good fuel
economy, reliable, in the low $20's,
side curtain airbags (this was a biggie
which most cars don't offer) and fun to
drive. The Golf met all these plus we
got heated seats and a sunroof thrown
in! We're VERY happy with our purchase
and also received a $1000 customer
loyalty rebate from VW because we
currently own a 2000 Jetta which we
love. The VW rear hatch bike rack is
great(rather than a roof mounted rack)
since we do tons of mountain biking.
Oh by the way, we're planning on buying
the materials to make our own biodiesel
fuel soon :)
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By lalala on 07/24/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2004 Volkswagen Golf GL 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
Review
boring car. i use it around town, not
remarkable
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By Chris Hendrickson on 07/03/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2004 Volkswagen Golf GLS 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
My golf is the perfect car for a
single guy. It is a great car to drive
and have fun driving, the 5 speed
manual shifts so smooth and is great
on gas mileage. With gas prices how
they are, this is perfect for someone
short on cash. Its small but its
character thats counts and this car
has a ton of character. Definately a
good reliable car.
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By pinkpilot on 06/20/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2004 Volkswagen Golf GL 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I've only had this car for a few
weeks, but I love the mpg I get out of
it. I have the 2.0L gas and its not
the most powerful, but it gets me all
around town and has good acceleration
getting on the highway. Perfect for
me. I looked at other cars (Toyota
Matrix et al) and this Golf had all
the saftey features I wanted (airbags
and abs 4 wheel) for a really good
price.
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By NNGG on 05/27/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2004 Volkswagen Golf GLS TDI 4dr Hatchback (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5M)
Review
This car came with all the options
except leather. On a drive from
Florida to Maine, it got 50 miles to
the gallon. I can fit a racing bike in
the back without putting the seats
down. Tons of cargo room. Best value
for the $.
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