Citygate Reviews 

3,475
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Review summary

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Looking at 1,299 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently mention that the staff are exceptionally welcoming, polite, and helpful during their visits. People also appreciate the smooth process, clear communication, and timely updates provided throughout the service. Visitors often enjoy comfortable waiting areas with refreshments and useful video overviews of their car inspection. However, some customers also noted issues such as delayed vehicle repairs, poor communication from call centers, or unhelpful responses from specific staff members. A few people also experienced problems with unready courtesy cars, unexpected charges, or unresolved faults after collection.

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Staff

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Service

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Customer service

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Product

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

VW drivers for decades and West London based for the last three, Citigate (and its former self) has been our go-to service, MOT, reseller and source of help and advice throughout. Whilst an updated an... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Umer was attentive and listened carefully to what we wanted. Umer was informative, conscientious, and always kept us informed of the options available to us. We never felt pressured. We came in to... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

​I had a fantastic experience at the Citygate Ruislip service centre recently. From start to finish, I felt incredibly well looked after. Marc Johnson and his team provided top-notch service and hand... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

City gate at Chalfont VW were excellent in all regards, even to the point of Pointing Out certain Procedures that my Car needed which Ruislip VW had not. Very impressed, might I also add replacemen... See more


Company details

  1. Car Dealer
  2. Auto Body Shop
  3. Car Rental Agency
  4. Car Repair and Maintenance
  5. Car Service
  6. Van Rental Agency

Written by the company

We are a leading automotive retailer with 13 locations across London, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Berkshire and Middlesex. We sell and service Volkswagen, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, ŠKODA, SEAT, Kia and CUPRA vehicles and offer fleet, Motability and car and van rental services. We are committed to excellence in everything we do.


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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great communication from Zain

I recently had my car serviced at the Citygate Volkswagen in Watford. Zain was really helpful and made the booking seamless. Great communication and very kind would definitely recommend.

July 14, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service

Quick easy booking. Excellent customer service. Kind friendly staff. Even cleaned my car as part of the service which I was surprised but overjoyed with

July 15, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Zaarar made the whole experience…

Zaarar made the whole experience effortless. He took care of me from the moment I booked my car in for a service. I hadn’t realised my service plan was expiring. He contact VW, cancelled my current plan which was a week away from ending and helped me take out another plan. He also helped me with a mirror issue I was having. He is a real asset to Volkswagen. Totally gets what customer service is.

July 14, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service, good communication, with short wait time on booking service. Service work carried out very quickly and efficiently. Friendly helpful staff

July 14, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have always used Citygate Lt

I have always used Citygate Lt. Chalfont since purchasing the Polo as they know the history of my car. I like the fact they do a visual test which keeps me in control of work is required. They are helpful and friendly.

July 9, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5* visit

I had a very good experience at Citygate Chalfont where I had to have work done on my car. The whole experience was extremely easy and understanding thanks to Steve who was in constant communication with me regarding my car. I will be back in the future should any further work be needed and would recommend to anybody.

July 7, 2026
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