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4.7 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

The Best Economy VW Ever in the USA

Mahmoud Itani, 12/24/2002
2003 Volkswagen Golf GL TDI 4dr Hatchback (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5M)
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I am very pleased with VW is doing nowadays in the USA especially when it comes to the Golf. Golf has always been a worldwide best seller and here in the US if the Golf is probably the most cost-effective VW you can get. I highly recommend any person who needs a very reliable economy car, try the GOLF gas or TDI engined as they both deliver excellent mileage.

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4 out of 5 stars

VW solid dependability

CRinCO, 06/25/2008
2003 Volkswagen Golf GLS TDI 4dr Hatchback (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5M)
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I have owned my Golf TDI GLS for about 2.5 years and it has been a great car. It's tough, it's fun, it's well built and sturdy, and it is tremendous with fuel mileage. I love everything but the seats. The driver's seat (for me) is not as comfortable as my old Mercedes but, I will find, and pay the expense for, a set of GTI heated leather seats for this car. It's not worth getting rid of the car! I am a taller/big guy and I still fit in this car and it's road handling and performance is magnificent. Buy one of these, you won't regret it! -CR

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4.5 out of 5 stars

50 MPG Baby

Ryan, 06/27/2008
2003 Volkswagen Golf GL TDI 4dr Hatchback (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5M)
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This was the last year for safe Biodiesel use. Great car, keep it under 60, and get 60 MPG!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

This car will surprise you!

MBekefi, 10/31/2002
2003 Volkswagen Golf GL TDI 4dr Hatchback (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5M)
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This car will surprise you with it's refined diesel engine, the power, the fuel economy, and so much more. If you think diesels are horrific, this car will change your mind.

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5 out of 5 stars

Diesel is The Way to go

Paul S, 01/06/2003
2003 Volkswagen Golf GL TDI 4dr Hatchback (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5M)
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Previously owned 95 sentra,92 GTI, 89 Shadow Turbo. Wife owns a Matix. The Golf has more quality than the Toyota. Test drive both and you'll see. Golf almost as fast but will get 80% better MPG. GM should be sued for giving diesels such a bad name in the 80's! Power delivery is enjoyable as it has a 'liquid' feel. My Shadow turbo felt the same way.

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