Volkswagen Vento (1992 - 1996)

Last updated 19 September 2019

Buying Guide

Good

VWs generally had below average warranty repair costs in 2003 Warranty Direct Reliability index (index 76.83 v/s lowest 31.93). Link:- www.reliabilityindex.co.uk1995-1997 petrol models had fewest problems, average for breakdowns and faults; 1995-1997 diesels average for breakdowns, problems and faults in 2003 Which survey.

Discounted Spare Parts: www.volkspares.co.uk

Bad

Snobby UK market treated them just like the Jetta (with distain). 

Otherwise, see Golf Mk III. 

VR6 needs suspension mods to drive well.

Watch

Power loss on TDI 90s over 3,000rpm can be cured by replacing a thin hose that runs from the exhaust, near the turbo, to the ECU.