VW GOLF TWIST 1.4 - 5 dooor - Is this a good deal?

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Thu 10 Mar 2011 09:32
VW GOLF TWIST 1.4 - 5 dooor - Is this a good deal? - sweep

Hi, I am just looking for some advice. I have an 09 Ford Focus - looking to replace. My local garage has 2011 (new) VW golf Twist 5 door at 12995. It seems on the face of it, a reasonable deal.

What do people think?

Also, is the whatcar valuation tool accurate?

Many thanks for any advice

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Thu 10 Mar 2011 12:15
VW GOLF TWIST 1.4 - 5 dooor - Is this a good deal? - sandy56

I used one for a while found it to be gutless. Ok if you are just driving at 30 mph.

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Thu 10 Mar 2011 18:06
VW GOLF TWIST 1.4 - 5 dooor - Is this a good deal? - carl_a

They add some nice features on the Twist model but the engine is just terrible. Not only is it slow but the CO2 is slightly higher than average and you'll be splahing out more for fuel too, the MPG is over 10% worse than other cars in this class.

If you're looking for the badge then it's the one to go for. If you're looking for a great car for much better value, check out the i30 and Cee'd, pre-reg at around £9k, faster, lower CO2, much better MPG and chain cam.

Edited by carl_a on 10/03/2011 at 18:07

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Thu 10 Mar 2011 19:53
VW GOLF TWIST 1.4 - 5 dooor - Is this a good deal? - galileo

Not to mention that i30 and Ceed have longer warranties too!

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Thu 10 Mar 2011 20:23
VW GOLF TWIST 1.4 - 5 dooor - Is this a good deal? - Falkirk Bairn

1.4 is an old engine.

1.2TSi engine is the replacment due later in the year.

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