Volkswagen Polo or Hyundai i30 for learner driver?

Hi, as a learner driver, which is the best of these? 2008 Hyundai i30 Classic 1.4 (99,000 kilometres) or 2008 Volkswagen Polo 1.2 (32,000 kilometres)? Asking price is €8,000 for both.

Joseph Mathew (Cork)

Jul 2012 Filed under: learner

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Expert answer

Hi Joseph,

The Hyundai offers more for the money in terms of comfort, space and equipment, but the Polo is much better suited to learning to drive. Its lower mileage is appealing too, though the i30 is a relatively reliable car. Along with all that the Polo will be cheaper to run.

Best to take a close look at both for yourself though, as you might prefer the Hyundai.

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Adviser
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