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Volkswagen Bora (1999-05)

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Version

1.9 TDI PD 130 SE

Author

Graham Pinder

Overall Rating

4 stars

Had a Bora 2.0 Petrol SE before this one; the Turbo Diesel version is simply stunning. I now own a TDI PD 130 SE. Performance is much better than the petrol 2-litre car and I'm getting an average of 51 mpg against the petrol engine's 38 mpg. Speaks for itself really.

Star Ratings

Handling

4 stars

Comfort

3 stars

Quality & Reliability

4 stars

Performance

5 stars

Roominess

3 stars

Running Costs

5 stars

Value for Money

3 stars

Stereo/Sat Nav

3 stars
 

Version

2.0 Sport

Author

Neil Maguire

Overall Rating

3 stars

Completely reliable during my year with the car (a 2002 model - bought when three years old). Don't expect too much from it performance-wise but it is generally a good car.

Star Ratings

Handling

2 stars

Comfort

3 stars

Quality & Reliability

4 stars

Performance

2 stars

Roominess

4 stars

Running Costs

4 stars

Value for Money

4 stars

Stereo/Sat Nav

3 stars
 

Version

1.9 TDi 130 ST

Author

Pavel Goubski

Overall Rating

4 stars

A great car overall; economy and performance are excellent. Handling and ride are very good, better than Golf version. Only criticism is the engine, which is loud and unrefined compared to many diesels. It's a bit cramped in the rear, but boot space is excellent. Overall a great car, and far better value used than a Mk4 Golf.

Star Ratings

Handling

4 stars

Comfort

4 stars

Quality & Reliability

4 stars

Performance

4 stars

Roominess

3 stars

Running Costs

4 stars

Value for Money

4 stars

Stereo/Sat Nav

4 stars