Volkswagen Polo IV (2005 - 2009)
Good: Facelifted Polo IV. Wide choice of models available. Bad: Others offer more space, extra versatility and a more enjoyable drive for less money. 1.4 (FSI?) engine prone to severe bore wear after...
View ArticleVolkswagen Jetta (2006 - )
Good: Comfortable, economical and a decent drive. The boot's so big your voice echoes. Key-lockable 60/40 folding rear seat backrest. Bad: Unrelentingly gloomy dashboard design. Handling is okay but...
View ArticleVolkswagen Golf V R32 (2005 - )
Good: Quick, surefooted and well equipped. Bad: The Audi S3 is more satisfying to drive really quickly. Less efficient than the Golf GTI, Skoda Octavia VRS and SEAT Leon Cupra. Read Honest Johns full...
View ArticleVolkswagen Touran II (2008 - )
Honestjohn's impartial car review of Volkswagen Touran II (2008 - ) with good points and bad points, reliability, car performance, car fuel consumption, car engine options and car technical...
View ArticleVolkswagen Concept A Cross-between (2006 - )
Cross between sports car and compact SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle). 4,348mm long by 1,854mm wide bys 1,551mm high. Sleek coupe-style silhouette with the raised stance of an SUV. Shield-like front grill...
View ArticleVolkswagen Tiguan SUV (2008 - )
Good: Decent SUV with diesel automatic option, comfortable seats, 'Escape' version capable off-road, optional Park Assist works well. Bad: Hard ride, 2.0 TDI PD no longer the best, fuel economy not...
View ArticleVolkswagen Golf V Estate (2007 - )
Good: Roomy estate made more versatile by thoughtful, clever details. Bad: Ride may be hard if it's anything like the Golf Mk V hatch. Read Honest Johns full review of what's good, what's bad and what...
View ArticleVolkswagen Polo V (2009 - )
New Polo unveiled at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show 3-3-2009. 3,952mm long x 1,682mm wide x 1,454mm high. All-new body accompanied by 1.2-litre TSI and 1.6-litre TDI common rail engines.
View ArticleVolkswagen Golf I Cabrio (1980 - 1993)
Good: Very popular before the advent of the Mazda MX5. The original "okay, yah" car. Bad: Heavy, non-assisted steering, not helped by body flexing. Hoods cost a fortune to fix. Many fell into...
View ArticleVolkswagen Space UP Blue (2009 - )
Mini Microbus Samba styled, part solar-powered third variation of VW's UP!concepts, revealed at LA Motor Show 14-11-2007. 3,680mm long x 1,630mm wide x 1,569mm high and capable of carrying four adults...
View ArticleVolkswagen Passat CC (2008 - )
Good: Mercedes CLS looks at half the price. Bad: Passat underpinnings. Read Honest Johns full review of what's good, what's bad and what to watch out for below.
View ArticleVolkswagen Caddy Maxi Life (2008 - )
Good: Sensibly priced, honest 7-seater with enough space for 7 and their luggage. All diesel engines. From just £15,995. Huge loadspace seats removed. Bad: Rearmost seat does not fold up. Has to be...
View ArticleVolkswagen Scirocco Mk III (2008 - )
Good: A Corrado for the 21st century, just in the nick of time. Decent performance, ride and handling. Very roomy inside for four. Bad: DSG bogs down on take off. Poor rear visibility. Hard ride on...
View ArticleVolkswagen Golf VI (2009 - )
Good: Very impressive detail quality, like velour lined glovebox, repeater indicvator lenses in the door mirrors. Great water cooled turbo 1.4TSI. Bad: Doesn't ride and steer as well as a new Megane...
View ArticleVolkswagen Amarok Pick-up (2010 - )
The pickup is all-new in the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles line-up and is the first commercial vehicle to be designed under Volkswagen Group design chief, Walter de Silva’s command.
View ArticleVolkswagen Golf VI Plus (2009 - )
Honestjohn's impartial car review of Volkswagen Golf VI Plus (2009 - ) with good points and bad points, reliability, car performance, car fuel consumption, car engine options and car technical...
View ArticleVolkswagen Concept BlueSport (2010 - )
Honestjohn's impartial car review of Volkswagen Concept BlueSport (2010 - ) with good points and bad points, reliability, car performance, car fuel consumption, car engine options and car technical...
View ArticleVolkswagen Golf VI Estate
Honestjohn's impartial car review of Volkswagen Golf VI estate (2010 - ) with good points and bad points, reliability, car performance, car fuel consumption, car engine options and car technical...
View ArticleVolkswagen Polo IV (2002-2005)
Good: Cute-looking supermini with a classy cabin, rewarding handling and a pliant ride. Bad: Patchy build quality and not as reliable as you might expect. A Jazz gives you more versatility. 1.2 and...
View ArticleVolkswagen Caddy Kombi (1998 - 2000)
Good: Lots of space in the back and quite fun to drive. Bad: A Citroen Berlingo Multispace rides better, is more practical and costs less. Read Honest Johns full review of what's good, what's bad and...
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