There was nothing basic about my experience with this budget purchase.

The good: Spoiled in the past by more expensive German autos, the VW surprised me with solid comfort, no squeaks, rattles or deterioration of the driving experience over the lease period.

The not so good: Styling and performance however, were middle of the road in comparison to other manufacturer's vehicles in the same category.

Overall, a four year, trouble-free and economical drive with a 'quality' feel.