olkswagen Polo Review
Overall
Volkswagen Polo is a car for the next generation that wants style, advanced technology, power, and comfort all in one package. Volkswagen Polo with its classy and elegant looks makes it simply irresistible.Volkswagen has recently launched its first manufacturing plant in Chakan near Pune in India. Price of Volkswagen Polo has been set to compete with other hatchbacks like Maruti Swift, Maruti Ritz, Fiat Punto, Hyundai i10, Hyundai i20, etc.
Volkswagen Polo boasts of a striking design, uncompromising quality, and a powerful new engine. Trend setting design, boundless dynamism and stimulation luxury of the New Polo is sure to attract and appeal to car lovers. The premium hatchback beauty, New Volkswagen Polo has unmatched interiors and exciting exteriors that will leave you breathless.
Volkswagen Polo is very impressive when it comes to both interiors and external body. Volkswagen Polo's impressive figure with a sporty silhouette will turn on lookers, green with jealousy. The chrome finished trim on the front radiator grille adds that extra bit to the exteriors of the car. The icing on the cake is the logo of that justifies the faith and trust on the brand. The 15 inch alloy wheels make the look more robust, aggressive and stylish.
Not only exteriors but the interiors of new Volkswagen Polo are also top of its class with elegant leather upholstery that gives the car a very supreme and luxurious look. The spacious interior of Volkswagen Polo is yet another incentive to buy this beauty. The all new Volkswagen Polo is dressed with many comfort features that keep the convenience to passengers on top of its check list.
Volkswagen Polo is available in 3 engine type. The 1.2L Petrol engine is packed with a 5 speed manual transimission gearbox that ensures an outstanding performance with excellent fuel efficiency. This 1.2L engines delivers an impressive power of 75PS at 5400 rpm and a Maximum Torque of 110Nm at 3750m. The 1.6L Petrol engine comes with 5 Speed Manual Transmission which produces a Maximum Power of 105 PS at 5250 rpm and a Maximum Torque of 153Nm at 3750 rpm. The 1.2 L diesel engine with 5 Speed Manual Transmission is an impressive performer and produces a power of 75 PS at 4200 rpm and 180 Nm torque at 2000 rpm.
Volkswagen Polo has also taken care of safety of both the passengers and the pedestrians. With inbuilt active and passive safeguards, it helps to avoid the unexpected turns while driving. ABS (Anti Lock Braking System), central locking, Air bags, Electronic anti-theft Immobilizer etc. Take care of safety of, both the car and the passengers.
Volkswagen Polo is a stylish car that features sleek exterior with body colored bumper, body colored door handles and dashing front grille. Its interior too, looks appealing with its dual tone dashboard, fabric upholstery, gear knob and interior door handles in chrome, comfortable and sporty seats. Volkswagen Polo is dressed with an array of safety features like Dual Front Airbags (for driver and Front Passenger), ABS (Antilock Braking System), 3 point automatic safety belts, Head restraints that counteract the risk of whiplash injury in front seat and 2 rear head restraints.
Volkswagen Polo Models
Volkswagen Polo Petrol Models
| It is also a petrol variant but it comes with a few additional features like Metallic Pearl Effect Paint, Body Colored ORVMs, 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat, Luggage Compartment Cover/Parcel Tray, Front and Rear Power Windows, Height Adjustable Driverâ??s Seat, etc. | |
| It is the top end petrol variant which is loaded with some additional features that include 15inch Alloy Wheels, Chrome Interior Trims, Livon Upholstery and Fabric Door Trim, ABS, Dual Front Airbags, Front & Rear Fog Lamps, Rear Wiper and Defogger, Multifunctional Display, Door Open Warning, etc. | |
| It is the sports version of Volkswagen Polo which is loaded with high capacity engine that delivers an incredible engine power and performance. Other features of this variant are same as Volkswagen Polo Petrol Highline. | |
| It is the base variant of Volkswagen Polo which is powered by petrol engine and equipped with basic features like AC, Central Locking, Power Steering, Front Power Widows, Halogen Headlamps, Chrome Finished Gear Shift Knob and Interior Door Handles etc. | |
| This is the top-end model of the petrol variant and is powered with a 1.2L petrol engine. In addition to the standard features of the original model like chrome interior trims, ABS, dual front airbags and multifunctional display etc, the special IPL edition gets an interactive car-pad with a touch screen multimedia player, i-Pod control, built-in micro SD and mini-USB interface, supports MP3/WMA format and parking assist. No extra costs have been set for this IPL edition. | |
| Boasting the same features of the IPL edition of the 1.2L Petrol Highline, this is a sports version of Polo that is loaded with a high capacity engine. The 1.6L petrol engine drives amazing power and delivers excellent performance at no extra cost than its original version. |
Volkswagen Polo Diesel Models
| This variant offers the same features that Volkswagen Polo Petrol Comfortline offers, except its engine. | |
| This is the diesel top end variant of Volkswagen Polo which is loaded with the same features that Volkswagen Polo Petrol Highline offers. | |
| It is the base diesel variant of Volkswagen Polo which is loaded with the same features that Volkswagen Polo Petrol Trendline offers. | |
| This is the top-end and the only model in the diesel variant of the special IPL edition of Polo. It is equipped with a 1.2L diesel engine and sports all the features that are included in the Petrol Highline model of the IPL edition. The price of this car remains intact. |
Volkswagen Polo Mileage
Volkswagen Polo comes in both Petrol and Diesel Engine. The diesel engine comes with three variants with an engine capacity of 1.2 L. The diesel variant is very economical on roads and is also a better performer. This 1.2L diesel engine of new Volkswagen Polo offers an impressive mileage of 16kmpl in the city and 20kmpl on the highway.The petrol version is available in two engine capacities. The 1.2L petrol engine with 1198cc displacement is also comes with 5 Speed Manual Transmission. The in-line type engine of new Volkswagen Polo is very fuel efficient and delivers a mileage of 12 kmpl in the city and 16.5kmpl on the highway.
The sports variant powered by the 1.6L petrol engine with 1598cc displacement offers great performance with a mileage of 10.5 kmpl on the city roads and 14.5 kmpl on the highways.
Power of Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen Polo is available in both Petrol and Diesel Engine. The Petrol variant of Volkswagen Polo comes in two engine capacity- 1.2 L and 1.6 L (yet to launch). The 1.2 L petrol engine, 1198 cc is packed with 5 Speed Manual Gearbox that offers very smoother shifting of gears and ensure less friction. This 1.2 L extra powerful engine of Volkswagen Polo is very fuel efficient and a good performer. This impressive engine produces a Maximum Power of 75 PS at 5400 rpm and a Maximum Torque of 110 Nm at 3750 rpm.The sports version of Volkswagen Polo too, which will be equipped with the 1.6L petrol engine with a displacement of 1598cc has a 5 Speed Manual Transmission. This highly powerful engine of Volkswagen Polo offers an impressive power of 105 PS at 5250 rpm and a maximum torque of 153 Nm at 3750 rpm.
The diesel variant comes in only one model, Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Diesel engine. This 1.2 L, 1199 cc diesel engine is also packed with 5 Speed Manual Gearbox. The diesel variants are very fuel economical and give a very smooth drive without any vibration. The highly powerful diesel engine produces a Maximum Power of 75 PS at 4200 rpm and a Maximum Torque of 180 Nm at 2000 rpm.
Volkswagen Polo Colours
These colors are available with all variants of Volkswagen Polo
Flash Red
Emotion Blue
Deep black
Candy White
Reflex Silver
Pepper Grey
Flash Red
Emotion Blue
Deep black
Candy White
Reflex Silver
Pepper Grey
Acceleration & Pick-Up
As said earlier, Volkswagen Polo is launched with both petrol and diesel engine option with same capacities engine that delivers different levels of power and acceleration. The petrol variants of this car will also be available with two different engines – first one will be a 1.2L, 1198cc petrol engine with 5 speed manual transmission gearbox that produces 75PS of maximum power at 5400rpm with 110Nm of maximum torque at 3750rpm and delivers good acceleration so that car can cross 100kmph mark in 14.2 seconds and can touch the top speed mark of 162.9kmph. While another engine option for petrol variants of Volkswagen Polo will be a 1.6L, 1598cc petrol engine that can produce 105PS of maximum power at 5250rpm with maximum torque of 153Nm at 3750rpm. This engine is more powerful and it offers better acceleration in comparison to the previous one. The car can touch 0-100 kmph sprint in just 11.1 seconds with a top-speed of 183.8 km/hr.On the other hand the diesel variants of Volkswagen Polo is available with same capacity that is a 1.2L, 1199cc, 3 cylinder, in line engine that produces 75PS power at 4200rpm with maximum power of 180Nm at 2000rpm and delivers great acceleration so that the car can cross 100kmph mark in just 14.4 seconds and it can touch the top speed mark of 164.1kmph.
Volkswagen Polo Exteriors
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The headlamp cluster of the Volkswagen Polo is attached to upper grille in a new design; the headlamp integrates front turn indicators. The machine comes with front and rear fog lamps (in Highline variant) integrated in the front bumper. The car has a rear spoiler that houses high level brake light at the middle. Down the rear glass, Volkswagen logo is used for the trunk opener that is located in middle of the rear gate.
Exterior Measurements
Volkswagen Polo is a five seater stylish hatchback model with spacious passenger room. The exterior dimensions of Volkswagen Polo are – its length is 3,790mm, width is 1,682mm, height is 1,453mm, wheelbase is 2,456mm.Volkswagen Polo Interior
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Interior Comfort
Volkswagen Polo is a mid segment small hatchback that offers a lot of advanced features and higher level of comfort and convenience during drive. Some of the interior features that make Volkswagen Polo a comfortable car include Air Conditioner, Tilt and telescopic adjustable Steering, Power Steering, Power Windows, Power Door Locks (include safe-led), CD/MP3 stereo audio system with 4 speakers, interior rear view mirror-manual day/night, Front Armrest, Remote Central Locking, Storage Space behind Front Seat, Luggage compartment light, Front door side pockets, Glove box, Storage area with lid and dash centre, Front Cup holder, front intermittent wipers, Tinted glass, Rear Defogger and rear wiper, Front comfort seats, Easy entry sliding seats, Seat height adjustment - driver's and front passenger's, 60/40 Split folding rear seat, controls for the rear and front windows are positioned at the driver's door, 3 grab handles above doors-folding with coat hooks, sunglass storage inside glove box, single folding rear seat backrest, fuel lid with push style opening and central locking and multi function display includes open door warning light.Interior Measurements
Volkswagen Polo is a five door hatchback model with an ultra spacious passenger cabin which comfortably seats 5 passengers.Volkswagen Polo Engine and Performance
As we already discussed that Volkswagen Polo is launched with both petrol and diesel engine variants which are packed with overall same capacity engines that deliver different level of engine performance and acceleration. The petrol variants of this car are available with a 1.2L, 1198cc petrol engine with 5 speed manual transmission that can produce maximum power of 75PS at 5400rpm and 110Nm of maximum torque at 3750rpm. While the other petrol variant of Volkswagen Polo has a 1.6L, 1598cc petrol engine along with 5 speed manual gearbox that produces 105PS of maximum power at 5250rpm with maximum torque of 153Nm at 3750rpm. This engine is more powerful and it delivers better engine performance in comparison to the previous one.Volkswagen Polo is also available with diesel engine option. This 1.2L, 1199cc, 3 cylinder, in line engine churns out a top power of 75 PS at 4200 rpm and 180 Nm of peak torque at 2,000 rpm. The car has a five speed gearbox which ensures agile performance with nimble acceleration.
Wheels
Volkswagen Polo is available with both steel wheels and light weight alloy wheels. The size of both steel and alloy wheels are 14” and 15” respectively. The Trendline and Comfortline variants have 175/70 R 14 steel wheels while the Highline comes with 180/60 R15 alloy wheels.Braking & Handling
The front wheels of Volkswagen Polo are packed with the large ventilated disc brakes while its rear brakes come with drum brakes. Some additional features like ABS (Antilock Brake System) enhances the handling of this car and ensures that car never skids in case of hard braking and enhances safety. Volkswagen Polo has a minimum turning radius of 4.97m for better cruising especially when cornering.Handling & Safety
Volkswagen Polo is packed with advanced safety features that ensure that the driver and other passenger are safe in it. The advanced active and passive safety features that are available with Volkswagen Polo are Dual Front Airbags for Driver and Front Passenger, Ventilated Front Disc Brakes, Central Locking, high mounted third Brake Light, Height Adjustable Front head restraints, Electronic anti-theft Immobiliser, fuel lid with push style opening and central locking, front seat belts with 3 point automatic safety belts and two rear seat belts with 3 point automatic safety belts-lap belt in middle, warning triangle with holder in trunk cover and first aid box, fog lamps at front and rear and power door locks.Stereo & Accessories in Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen Polo has been adorned with an advanced integrated music system with CD/MP3 player and Radio along with 4 speakers and a roof antenna that offers best in class entertainment during journey.Volkswagen Polo also has a powerful air conditioning system that offers the convenient temperature that the driver and passenger require during their drive.
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Pros & Cons
Volkswagen Polo Pros :
Spacious, Value for Money
High engine performance with excellent acceleration.
Spacious, Value for Money
High engine performance with excellent acceleration.
Volkswagen Polo Cons :
High Maintenance
High Maintenance
Volkswagen Polo Specifications
Volkswagen Polo Variants
| Variants | Transmission | Engine Description | Mileage | Power | AC | Power Steering | Central Locking | |
| City | Highway | |||||||
| (Petrol) | Manual | 1198cc 3 Cylinder | 14.12 | 17.24 | 73.9bhp @ 5400rpm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| (Petrol) | Manual | 1198cc 3 Cylinder | 14.12 | 17.24 | 73.9bhp @ 5400rpm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| (Petrol) | Manual | 1598cc 4 Cylinder 16 Valve | 12.13 | 15.26 | 103.5bhp @ 5250rpm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| (Petrol) | Manual | 1198cc 3 Cylinder | 14.12 | 17.24 | 73.9bhp @ 5400rpm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| (Petrol) | Manual | 1198cc 3 Cylinder | 14.12 | 17.24 | 73.9bhp @ 5400rpm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| (Petrol) | Manual | 1598cc 4 Cylinder 16 Valve | 12.13 | 15.26 | 103.5bhp @ 5250rpm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| (Diesel) | Manual | 1199cc 3 Cylinder | 19.03 | 22.07 | 73.9bhp @ 4200rpm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| (Diesel) | Manual | 1199cc 3 Cylinder | 19.03 | 22.07 | 73.9bhp @ 4200rpm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| (Diesel) | Manual | 1199cc 3 Cylinder | 19.03 | 22.07 | 73.9bhp @ 4200rpm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| (Diesel) | Manual | 1199cc 3 Cylinder | 19.03 | 22.07 | 73.9bhp @ 4200rpm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Volkswagen Polo Price
Volkswagen Polo Variants Price
| Variants | New Delhi | Bangalore | Mumbai | Chennai | Pune | Hyderabad | Kolkata | |
| (Petrol) | 4,75,561 | 4,73,483 | 4,80,380 | 4,75,560 | 4,67,626 | 4,75,560 | 4,71,406 | |
| (Petrol) | 5,39,626 | 5,37,269 | 5,45,212 | 5,39,626 | 5,30,742 | 5,39,626 | 5,34,913 | |
| (Diesel) | 5,89,554 | 5,86,979 | 5,95,482 | 5,89,554 | 5,79,682 | 5,89,554 | 5,84,405 | |
| (Petrol) | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| (Petrol) | 6,34,680 | 6,31,909 | 6,41,201 | 6,34,680 | 6,24,191 | 6,34,680 | 6,29,137 | |
| (Diesel) | 6,53,614 | 6,50,760 | 6,60,323 | 6,53,614 | 6,42,807 | 6,53,614 | 6,47,906 | |
| (Diesel) | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| (Diesel) | 7,49,499 | 7,46,226 | 7,57,150 | 7,49,499 | 7,37,072 | 7,49,499 | 7,42,953 | |
| (Petrol) | 6,55,529 | 6,52,666 | 6,62,095 | 6,55,529 | 6,44,533 | 6,55,529 | 6,49,803 | |
| (Petrol) | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Polo has broken the trend of those hatchbacks which compromises with luxury.Polo is a classy hatchback with spacious and modern interior.
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