Volkswagen GTI reliability

[elhota]

For my next car I'm thinking of buying a used VW GTI (2016-2020).  I've heard that they are not that reliable especially compared to Japanese cars.  But I really like them much more than the alternatives, which would be the Honda Civic and Mazda 3.  I am looking primarily for a hatchback that has good cargo space, is fuel efficient, good performance and fun to drive.

What is your experience with these cars?

[Alanabis86]

The reliability of any used car is no guarantee but since it will be a newer one chances are it will be just fine

[yanzhiqiang]

VW's reliability has no comparision with Toyota, I heard so many bad stories about VW, but not toyota, I bought my first toyota matrix 2004 new, trade in 2011 for another toyota matrix,first one never had problems, 2nd one only had a ignation coil failed.

[JenL]

@elhota  I like VW. I've had a Mazda. It drives smooth, quiet and it's fuel efficiency is good. I think you are making a good choice with a hatch back.