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Volkswagen Golf Bluemotion (2008-) Review

Category: Small Family 3 out of 5

Summary of the Volkswagen Golf Bluemotion (2008-)

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Assets

Incredible fuel economy, sub-120g/km emissions, good drive.

Drawbacks

Hefty £520 premium, firm ride, overly long gearing, noisy diesel.

Verdict

Standard diesel Ford Focus achieves the same eco gains without the ride, handling and pricing compromise.

Review

Used Value4 out of 5

Values for the Bluemotion have yet to be predicted by the experts, but the added desirability of the eco-model's ultra low running costs might make it more attractive for used buyers. The Golf range delivers about 47-53% of the original value after three years and 30,000 miles, but the Bluemotion might do a little better than that.

The equivalent 119g/km 1.6 TDCi Ford Focus, meanwhile, only recovers 34% of its value over the same length of time.

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Best Small Family Cars

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Winner:
Ford Focus
First runner up:
Volkswagen Golf
Second runner up:
Nissan Note

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