Volkswagen’s new Polo GTI is a big step up from the car it replaces, and not just because it is no longer hampered by the supercharged and turbocharged 1.4-litre engine and DSG-only gearbox.

It’s important to carefully check the trims of the car you’re interested in to make sure that you’re getting the features you want, and aren’t overpaying for those you don’t want.

Possibly the finest Golf GTI of all, the Mk5 saw VW nail the hot hatch recipe ... This one’s a looker: a three-door with a manual 'box, black paint, tartan seats and a sunroof.