Volkswagen Polo 6 Hatchback (2017-2021)

28% Neofiliac63% External
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Product Overview

Volkswagen Polo Mk6 is a subcompact hatchback in production from 2017 to 2021. It was available with a range of inline-3 and inline-4 engines that displaced 1.0 to 2.0 liters.
Compared to the Mk5 Polo, the Mk6 has a more mature styling. Even smaller engines became common, though one can still equip the car with a 2.0L unit (GTI). Interestingly, only one diesel was offered.
The official fuel economy rating is exceptionally rosy, though it may cast more doubts on the trustworthiness of the regulators and perhaps the owner's own sanity than it relates to reality.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 28% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Low fuel consumption
Cons
  • Only available with small engines
  • No independent rear suspensions

What external reviewers found***

External score 63% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Excellent infotainment system
  • Excellent ride quality
  • Good standard equipment
  • Decent fuel economy
  • Sleek, sporty styling
Cons
  • Lack of standard equipment
  • Lack of driver appeal
  • Lack of automatic gearbox
  • Not as fun as Swift Sport
  • Not as fun to drive as a Ford Fiesta or as fast as a Polo GTI
  • Small boot
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Specifications

1.0 651.0 65 Euro6d1.0 751.0 MPI 801.0 TGI 901.0 TGI 90 Euro6d1.0 TSI 1101.0 TSI 110 DSG1.0 TSI 1151.0 TSI 115 DSG1.0 TSI 1161.0 TSI 116 DSG1.0 TSI 95 Euro6d1.0 TSI 951.0 TSI 95 Euro6d DSG1.0 TSI 95 DSG1.5 TSI 150 DSG1.6 TDI 801.6 TDI 951.6 TDI 95 DSGGTIGTI DSGGTI Euro6d DSGGTI R5 AWD

Capacity

Cargo Capacity355 L / 12.5 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft351 L / 12.4 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft355 L / 12.5 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft351 L / 12.4 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft251 L / 8.9 cu-ft ~ 1025 L / 36.2 cu-ft351 L / 12.4 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft351 L / 12.4 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft351 L / 12.4 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft351 L / 12.4 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft351 L / 12.4 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft351 L / 12.4 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft351 L / 12.4 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft351 L / 12.4 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft355 L / 12.5 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft351 L / 12.4 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft355 L / 12.5 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft351 L / 12.4 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft351 L / 12.4 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft351 L / 12.4 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft351 L / 12.4 cu-ft ~ 1125 L / 39.7 cu-ft305 L / 10.8 cu-ft ~ 1079 L / 38.1 cu-ft305 L / 10.8 cu-ft ~ 1079 L / 38.1 cu-ft305 L / 10.8 cu-ft ~ 1079 L / 38.1 cu-ft
Engine Oil Capacity3.4 L / 3.6 qt3.4 L / 3.6 qt3.4 L / 3.6 qt3.8 L / 4.0 qt4.0 L / 4.2 qt4.0 L / 4.2 qt4.0 L / 4.2 qt4.0 L / 4.2 qt4.0 L / 4.2 qt4.0 L / 4.2 qt4.0 L / 4.2 qt4.0 L / 4.2 qt4.0 L / 4.2 qt4.0 L / 4.2 qt4.0 L / 4.2 qt4.0 L / 4.2 qt4.3 L / 4.5 qt4.7 L / 5.0 qt4.7 L / 5.0 qt4.7 L / 5.0 qt5.7 L / 6.0 qt5.7 L / 6.0 qt5.7 L / 6.0 qt
Fuel Capacity40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal9.0 L / 2.4 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal40.0 L / 10.6 gal
Passengers5
Payload500 kg / 1102 lbs465 kg / 1025 lbs500 kg / 1102 lbs570 kg / 1257 lbs485 kg / 1069 lbs480 kg / 1058 lbs459 kg / 1012 lbs458 kg / 1010 lbs465 kg / 1025 lbs470 kg / 1036 lbs465 kg / 1025 lbs420 kg / 926 lbs465 kg / 1025 lbs540 kg / 1190 lbs470 kg / 1036 lbs545 kg / 1202 lbs455 kg / 1003 lbs440 kg / 970 lbs440 kg / 970 lbs437 kg / 963 lbs425 kg / 937 lbs425 kg / 937 lbs425 kg / 937 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsDiscVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discs
Brakes | RearDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscDiscVentilated discs
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Suspension | FrontMacPherson strut
Suspension | RearSemi-independent
Tire Size185/70 R14, 185/65 R15185/65 R15 T, 185/60 R16 H185/70 R14, 185/65 R15185/65 R15, 195/55 R16185/65 R15185/65 R15185/65 R15 T185/65 R15 T185/65 R15185/65 R15185/65 R15 T, 185/60 R16 H185/65 R15 T, 185/60 R16 H185/65 R15 T, 185/60 R16 H185/65 R15185/65 R15 T, 185/60 R16 H185/65 R15185/60 R16 H, 215/45 R17185/60 R16, 215/40 R18185/60 R16, 215/40 R18215/60 R15, 235/40 R18
Turning Circle10.6 m / 34.8 ft

Construction

Body Style5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback4-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback5-door Hatchback

Dimensions

Ground Clearance148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in148 mm / 5.8 in143 mm / 5.6 in143 mm / 5.6 in
Size | Height1461 mm / 57.5 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1446 mm / 56.9 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1461 mm / 57.5 in1438 mm / 56.6 in1438 mm / 56.6 in1438 mm / 56.6 in1372 mm / 54.0 in
Size | Length4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4053 mm / 159.6 in4067 mm / 160.1 in4067 mm / 160.1 in4067 mm / 160.1 in4067 mm / 160.1 in
Size | Width1751 mm / 68.9 in | 1946 mm / 76.6 in (mirror unfolded)1751 mm / 68.9 in | 1964 mm / 77.3 in (mirror unfolded)1751 mm / 68.9 in | 1946 mm / 76.6 in (mirror unfolded)1751 mm / 68.9 in | 1946 mm / 76.6 in (mirror unfolded)1751 mm / 68.9 in1751 mm / 68.9 in | 1964 mm / 77.3 in (mirror unfolded)1751 mm / 68.9 in | 1964 mm / 77.3 in (mirror unfolded)1751 mm / 68.9 in | 1964 mm / 77.3 in (mirror unfolded)1751 mm / 68.9 in1751 mm / 68.9 in1751 mm / 68.9 in | 1964 mm / 77.3 in (mirror unfolded)1751 mm / 68.9 in | 1964 mm / 77.3 in (mirror unfolded)1751 mm / 68.9 in | 1964 mm / 77.3 in (mirror unfolded)1751 mm / 68.9 in | 1946 mm / 76.6 in (mirror unfolded)1751 mm / 68.9 in | 1964 mm / 77.3 in (mirror unfolded)1751 mm / 68.9 in | 1946 mm / 76.6 in (mirror unfolded)1751 mm / 68.9 in | 1964 mm / 77.3 in (mirror unfolded)1751 mm / 68.9 in1751 mm / 68.9 in1751 mm / 68.9 in1751 mm / 68.9 in | 1964 mm / 77.3 in (mirror unfolded)1751 mm / 68.9 in1751 mm / 68.9 in | 1964 mm / 77.3 in (mirror unfolded)1942 mm / 76.5 in
Track Width | Front1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1499.0 mm / 59.0 in1510.0 mm / 59.4 in1510.0 mm / 59.4 in1510.0 mm / 59.4 in1837.0 mm / 72.3 in
Track Width | Rear1479.0 mm / 58.2 in1483.0 mm / 58.4 in1479.0 mm / 58.2 in1479.0 mm / 58.2 in1483.0 mm / 58.4 in1483.0 mm / 58.4 in1483.0 mm / 58.4 in1483.0 mm / 58.4 in1483.0 mm / 58.4 in1483.0 mm / 58.4 in1483.0 mm / 58.4 in1483.0 mm / 58.4 in1483.0 mm / 58.4 in1479.0 mm / 58.2 in1483.0 mm / 58.4 in1479.0 mm / 58.2 in1483.0 mm / 58.4 in1483.0 mm / 58.4 in1483.0 mm / 58.4 in1483.0 mm / 58.4 in1484.0 mm / 58.4 in1484.0 mm / 58.4 in1484.0 mm / 58.4 in1837.0 mm / 72.3 in
Weight1030.0 kg / 2270.8 lbs1125.0 kg / 2480.2 lbs1030.0 kg / 2270.8 lbs1050.0 kg / 2314.9 lbs1185.0 kg / 2612.5 lbs1200.0 kg / 2645.5 lbs1181.0 kg / 2603.7 lbs1202.0 kg / 2650.0 lbs1155.0 kg / 2546.3 lbs1190.0 kg / 2623.5 lbs1155.0 kg / 2546.3 lbs1190.0 kg / 2623.5 lbs1145.0 kg / 2524.3 lbs1070.0 kg / 2358.9 lbs1180.0 kg / 2601.5 lbs1105.0 kg / 2436.1 lbs1235.0 kg / 2722.7 lbs1280.0 kg / 2821.9 lbs1280.0 kg / 2821.9 lbs1303.0 kg / 2872.6 lbs1325.0 kg / 2921.1 lbs1355.0 kg / 2987.3 lbs1355.0 kg / 2987.3 lbs1230.0 kg / 2711.7 lbs
Wheel Size5J x 14, 5.5J x 155.5J x 15, 6J x 165J x 14, 5.5J x 155.5J x 15, 6.5J x 165.5 J x 155.5 J x 155.5J x 155.5J x 155.5 J x 155.5 J x 155.5J x 15, 6J x 165.5J x 15, 6J x 165.5J x 15, 6J x 165.5 J x 155.5J x 15, 6J x 165.5J x 156J x 16, 7J x 176J x 16, 7.5J x 186J x 16, 7.5J x 187J x 15, 8J x 18
Wheelbase2548 mm / 100.3 in2551 mm / 100.4 in2548 mm / 100.3 in2548 mm / 100.3 in2548 mm / 100.3 in2551 mm / 100.4 in2551 mm / 100.4 in2551 mm / 100.4 in2548 mm / 100.3 in2548 mm / 100.3 in2551 mm / 100.4 in2551 mm / 100.4 in2551 mm / 100.4 in2548 mm / 100.3 in2551 mm / 100.4 in2548 mm / 100.3 in2551 mm / 100.4 in2551 mm / 100.4 in2551 mm / 100.4 in2551 mm / 100.4 in2549 mm / 100.4 in2549 mm / 100.4 in2549 mm / 100.4 in2540 mm / 100.0 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h15.5 sec16.1 sec14.9 sec15.4 sec11.9 sec11.9 sec9.9 sec10.4 sec9.5 sec9.5 sec9.5 sec9.5 sec10.8 sec10.8 sec10.8 sec10.8 sec8.2 sec12.9 sec11.2 sec11.2 sec6.7 sec6.7 sec6.7 sec4.1 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph14.7 sec15.3 sec14.2 sec14.6 sec11.3 sec11.3 sec9.4 sec9.9 sec9.0 sec9.0 sec9.0 sec9.0 sec10.3 sec10.3 sec10.3 sec10.3 sec7.8 sec12.3 sec10.6 sec10.6 sec6.4 sec6.4 sec6.4 sec3.9 sec
CO2 Emission108 g/km108 ~ 109 g/km108 g/km110 g/km85 g/km88 ~ 93 g/km108 g/km108 g/km105 g/km107 g/km104 ~ 107 g/km108 ~ 110 g/km104 g/km101 g/km105 ~ 108 g/km105 g/km116 g/km97 g/km97 g/km102 g/km142 ~ 144 g/km134 g/km138 ~ 141 g/km
Fuel Economy4.7 L/100km / 50.0 MPG (combined) | 5.9 L/100km / 39.9 MPG (urban) | 4.1 L/100km / 57.4 MPG (highway)4.8 L/100km / 49.0 MPG (combined) | 5.9 L/100km / 39.9 MPG (urban) | 4.1 L/100km / 57.4 MPG (highway)4.7 L/100km / 50.0 MPG (combined) | 5.9 L/100km / 39.9 MPG (urban) | 4.1 L/100km / 57.4 MPG (highway)4.8 L/100km / 49.0 MPG (combined) | 6.1 L/100km / 38.6 MPG (urban) | 4.1 L/100km / 57.4 MPG (highway)4.8 L/100km / 49.0 MPG (combined) | 6.2 L/100km / 37.9 MPG (urban) | 4.0 L/100km / 58.8 MPG (highway)4.8 L/100km / 49.0 MPG (combined) | 6.2 L/100km / 37.9 MPG (urban) | 4.0 L/100km / 58.8 MPG (highway)4.7 L/100km / 50.0 MPG (combined) | 5.8 L/100km / 40.6 MPG (urban) | 4.1 L/100km / 57.4 MPG (highway)4.7 L/100km / 50.0 MPG (combined) | 5.4 L/100km / 43.6 MPG (urban) | 4.3 L/100km / 54.7 MPG (highway)4.6 L/100km / 51.1 MPG (combined) | 5.7 L/100km / 41.3 MPG (urban) | 4.0 L/100km / 58.8 MPG (highway)4.7 L/100km / 50.0 MPG (combined) | 5.6 L/100km / 42.0 MPG (urban) | 4.2 L/100km / 56.0 MPG (highway)4.6 L/100km / 51.1 MPG (combined) | 5.5 L/100km / 42.8 MPG (urban) | 4.1 L/100km / 57.4 MPG (highway)4.8 L/100km / 49.0 MPG (combined) | 5.4 L/100km / 43.6 MPG (urban) | 4.4 L/100km / 53.5 MPG (highway)4.6 L/100km / 51.1 MPG (combined) | 5.3 L/100km / 44.4 MPG (urban) | 4.1 L/100km / 57.4 MPG (highway)4.4 L/100km / 53.5 MPG (combined) | 5.5 L/100km / 42.8 MPG (urban) | 3.8 L/100km / 61.9 MPG (highway)4.6 L/100km / 51.1 MPG (combined) | 5.1 L/100km / 46.1 MPG (urban) | 4.5 L/100km / 52.3 MPG (highway)4.6 L/100km / 51.1 MPG (combined) | 5.7 L/100km / 41.3 MPG (urban) | 4.0 L/100km / 58.8 MPG (highway)5.1 L/100km / 46.1 MPG (combined) | 6.5 L/100km / 36.2 MPG (urban) | 4.3 L/100km / 54.7 MPG (highway)3.7 L/100km / 63.6 MPG (combined) | 4.4 L/100km / 53.5 MPG (urban) | 3.3 L/100km / 71.3 MPG (highway)3.7 L/100km / 63.6 MPG (combined) | 4.4 L/100km / 53.5 MPG (urban) | 3.3 L/100km / 71.3 MPG (highway)3.9 L/100km / 60.3 MPG (combined) | 4.4 L/100km / 53.5 MPG (urban) | 3.6 L/100km / 65.3 MPG (highway)6.3 L/100km / 37.3 MPG (combined) | 8.2 L/100km / 28.7 MPG (urban) | 5.1 L/100km / 46.1 MPG (highway)5.9 L/100km / 39.9 MPG (combined) | 7.7 L/100km / 30.5 MPG (urban) | 4.9 L/100km / 48.0 MPG (highway)6.1 L/100km / 38.6 MPG (combined) | 7.3 L/100km / 32.2 MPG (urban) | 5.4 L/100km / 43.6 MPG (highway)
Top Speed164.0 km/h / 101.9 mph164.0 km/h / 101.9 mph170.0 km/h / 105.6 mph171.0 km/h / 106.3 mph183.0 km/h / 113.7 mph183.0 km/h / 113.7 mph195.0 km/h / 121.2 mph195.0 km/h / 121.2 mph200.0 km/h / 124.3 mph200.0 km/h / 124.3 mph200.0 km/h / 124.3 mph200.0 km/h / 124.3 mph187.0 km/h / 116.2 mph187.0 km/h / 116.2 mph187.0 km/h / 116.2 mph187.0 km/h / 116.2 mph216.0 km/h / 134.2 mph175.0 km/h / 108.7 mph185.0 km/h / 115.0 mph185.0 km/h / 115.0 mph240.0 km/h / 149.1 mph237.0 km/h / 147.3 mph238.0 km/h / 147.9 mph200.0 km/h / 124.3 mph
Towing Capacity550 kg / 1213 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1000 kg / 2205 lbs (w/ brakes @ 8% gradient) | 800 kg / 1764 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)560 kg / 1235 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1000 kg / 2205 lbs (w/ brakes @ 8% gradient) | 800 kg / 1764 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)550 kg / 1213 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1000 kg / 2205 lbs (w/ brakes @ 8% gradient) | 800 kg / 1764 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)560 kg / 1235 lbs (w/o brakes) | 800 kg / 1764 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)590 kg / 1301 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1200 kg / 2646 lbs (w/ brakes @ 8% gradient) | 1100 kg / 2425 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)600 kg / 1323 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1200 kg / 2646 lbs (w/ brakes @ 8% gradient) | 1100 kg / 2425 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)570 kg / 1257 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1200 kg / 2646 lbs (w/ brakes @ 8% gradient) | 1100 kg / 2425 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)590 kg / 1301 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1200 kg / 2646 lbs (w/ brakes @ 8% gradient) | 1100 kg / 2425 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)570 kg / 1257 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1200 kg / 2646 lbs (w/ brakes @ 8% gradient) | 1100 kg / 2425 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)590 kg / 1301 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1200 kg / 2646 lbs (w/ brakes @ 8% gradient) | 1100 kg / 2425 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)570 kg / 1257 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1100 kg / 2425 lbs (w/ brakes @ 8% gradient) | 1000 kg / 2205 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)570 kg / 1257 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1100 kg / 2425 lbs (w/ brakes @ 8% gradient) | 1000 kg / 2205 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)590 kg / 1301 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1100 kg / 2425 lbs (w/ brakes @ 8% gradient) | 1000 kg / 2205 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)590 kg / 1301 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1100 kg / 2425 lbs (w/ brakes @ 8% gradient) | 1000 kg / 2205 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)610 kg / 1345 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1200 kg / 2646 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)640 kg / 1411 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1200 kg / 2646 lbs (w/ brakes @ 8% gradient) | 1000 kg / 2205 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)640 kg / 1411 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1200 kg / 2646 lbs (w/ brakes @ 8% gradient) | 1100 kg / 2425 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)650 kg / 1433 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1200 kg / 2646 lbs (w/ brakes @ 8% gradient) | 1100 kg / 2425 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)660 kg / 1455 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1200 kg / 2646 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)670 kg / 1477 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1200 kg / 2646 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)670 kg / 1477 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1200 kg / 2646 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), All-wheel drive
Emission StandardEuro 6Euro 6d-TEMPEuro 6Euro 6Euro 6Euro 6dEuro 6d-ISC-FCMEuro 6d-ISC-FCMEuro 6Euro 6Euro 6d-TEMPEuro 6d-TEMPEuro 6d-TEMPEuro 6Euro 6d-TEMPEuro 6Euro 6d-TEMPEuro 6Euro 6Euro 6Euro 6d-TEMPEuro 6Euro 6d-TEMP
EngineDFNB, CHYCDFNB, CHYCCHYBDFNADBYADBYADLAADLAACHZJ, DKJA, DKRA, DKRFCHZJ, DKJA, DKRA, DKRFCHZJ, DKJA, DKRA, DKRFCHZJ, DKJA, DKRA, DKRFCHZL, DKLACHZL, DKLACHZL, DKLACHZL, DKLADADADGTCDGTDDGTDCZPC, DKZCCZPC, DKZCCZPC, DKZC
Engine | Bore82.5 mm / 3.2 in
Engine | Compression Ratio10.5:1
Engine | Displacement1.0 L / 61.0 cu-in / 999.0 cc1.0 L / 61.0 cu-in / 999.0 cc1.0 L / 61.0 cu-in / 999.0 cc1.0 L / 61.0 cu-in / 999.0 cc1.0 L / 61.0 cu-in / 999.0 cc1.0 L / 61.0 cu-in / 999.0 cc1.0 L / 61.0 cu-in / 999.0 cc1.0 L / 61.0 cu-in / 999.0 cc1.0 L / 61.0 cu-in / 999.0 cc1.0 L / 61.0 cu-in / 999.0 cc1.0 L / 61.0 cu-in / 999.0 cc1.0 L / 61.0 cu-in / 999.0 cc1.0 L / 61.0 cu-in / 999.0 cc1.0 L / 61.0 cu-in / 999.0 cc1.0 L / 61.0 cu-in / 999.0 cc1.0 L / 61.0 cu-in / 999.0 cc1.5 L / 91.4 cu-in / 1498.0 cc1.6 L / 97.5 cu-in / 1598.0 cc1.6 L / 97.5 cu-in / 1598.0 cc1.6 L / 97.5 cu-in / 1598.0 cc2.0 L / 121.1 cu-in / 1984.0 cc2.0 L / 121.1 cu-in / 1984.0 cc2.0 L / 121.1 cu-in / 1984.0 cc1.6 L / 98.5 cu-in / 1614.0 cc
Engine | Power65.0 hp / 48.5 kW @ 5000-6000 rpm65.0 hp / 48.5 kW75.0 hp / 55.9 kW @ 6200 rpm80.0 hp / 59.7 kW @ 5500 rpm90.0 hp / 67.1 kW @ 5000 rpm90.0 hp / 67.1 kW @ 5000 rpm110.0 hp / 82.0 kW @ 5000 rpm110.0 hp / 82.0 kW @ 5000 rpm115.0 hp / 85.8 kW @ 5000-5500 rpm115.0 hp / 85.8 kW @ 5000-5500 rpm116.0 hp / 86.5 kW116.0 hp / 86.5 kW95.0 hp / 70.8 kW95.0 hp / 70.8 kW @ 5000-5500 rpm95.0 hp / 70.8 kW95.0 hp / 70.8 kW @ 5000-5500 rpm150.0 hp / 111.9 kW80.0 hp / 59.7 kW @ 2700-4800 rpm95.0 hp / 70.8 kW @ 2750-4600 rpm95.0 hp / 70.8 kW @ 2750-4600 rpm200.0 hp / 149.1 kW200.0 hp / 149.1 kW @ 4400-6000 rpm200.0 hp / 149.1 kW272.0 hp / 202.8 kW @ 5500 rpm
Engine | Specific Output65.1 hp/L / 1.1 hp/cu-in65.1 hp/L / 1.1 hp/cu-in75.1 hp/L / 1.2 hp/cu-in80.1 hp/L / 1.3 hp/cu-in90.1 hp/L / 1.5 hp/cu-in90.1 hp/L / 1.5 hp/cu-in110.1 hp/L / 1.8 hp/cu-in110.1 hp/L / 1.8 hp/cu-in115.1 hp/L / 1.9 hp/cu-in115.1 hp/L / 1.9 hp/cu-in116.1 hp/L / 1.9 hp/cu-in116.1 hp/L / 1.9 hp/cu-in95.1 hp/L / 1.6 hp/cu-in95.1 hp/L / 1.6 hp/cu-in95.1 hp/L / 1.6 hp/cu-in95.1 hp/L / 1.6 hp/cu-in100.1 hp/L / 1.6 hp/cu-in50.1 hp/L / 0.8 hp/cu-in59.4 hp/L / 1.0 hp/cu-in59.4 hp/L / 1.0 hp/cu-in100.8 hp/L / 1.7 hp/cu-in100.8 hp/L / 1.7 hp/cu-in100.8 hp/L / 1.7 hp/cu-in168.5 hp/L / 2.8 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke75.5 mm / 3.0 in
Engine | Torque95 Nm / 70.1 lb-ft @ 3000-4300 rpm93 Nm / 68.6 lb-ft @ 3750 rpm95 Nm / 70.1 lb-ft @ 3000-4300 rpm95 Nm / 70.1 lb-ft @ 3000-4300 rpm160 Nm / 118.0 lb-ft @ 1800-3800 rpm160 Nm / 118.0 lb-ft @ 1800-3800 rpm200 Nm / 147.5 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm200 Nm / 147.5 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm200 Nm / 147.5 lb-ft @ 2000-3500 rpm200 Nm / 147.5 lb-ft @ 2000-3500 rpm200 Nm / 147.5 lb-ft @ 2000-3500 rpm200 Nm / 147.5 lb-ft @ 2000-3500 rpm175 Nm / 129.1 lb-ft @ 2000-3500 rpm175 Nm / 129.1 lb-ft @ 2000-3500 rpm175 Nm / 129.1 lb-ft @ 2000-3500 rpm175 Nm / 129.1 lb-ft @ 2000-3500 rpm250 Nm / 184.4 lb-ft @ 1500-3500 rpm230 Nm / 169.6 lb-ft @ 1500-2250 rpm250 Nm / 184.4 lb-ft @ 1500-2500 rpm250 Nm / 184.4 lb-ft @ 1500-2500 rpm320 Nm / 236.0 lb-ft @ 1500-4350 rpm320 Nm / 236.0 lb-ft @ 1500-4350 rpm320 Nm / 236.0 lb-ft @ 1500-4350 rpm400 Nm / 295.0 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Engine | TypeNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-3 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged commonrail diesel inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged commonrail diesel inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged commonrail diesel inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-4 engine
Transmission | Gears5-speed5-speed5-speed5-speed5-speed6-speed6-speed7-speed6-speed7-speed6-speed7-speed5-speed5-speed7-speed7-speed7-speed5-speed5-speed7-speed6-speed6-speed6-speed5-speed
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autocar[1]

Reviewer score 52%
Reviewers from autocar have found the following***:
VW is only offering the Polo Beats with the smallest engines in the range. Underneath the largely superficial Beats treatment, the Polo remains one of the most solidly built, grown-up and complete small cars on the market. For those who want refinement and a big-car feel from their supermini, there’s still little else that can touch it.
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Pros
  • Excellent infotainment system
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Decent fuel economy
Cons
  • Pricier than rivals
  • Lack of driver appeal

autocar[2]

Reviewer score 54%
Reviewers from autocar have found the following***:
The GTI+ costs £22,610, but our options include climate control (£415), the £285 winter pack and Brescia black diamond alloys (£350) Pre-crash prevention and subscriptions to VW’s infotainment and safety services push the cost of our car to a hefty £25,345. While a manual version is on the way, the Polo GTI has so far only been offered with a six-speed dual-clutch auto.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Cheaper than Swift Sport
  • Comfortable to drive
Cons
  • Lack of automatic gearbox
  • Not as fun as Swift Sport

autocar[3]

Reviewer score 58%
Reviewers from autocar have found the following***:
Volkswagen claims it’ll manage 74.3mpg on the combined cycle. CO2 emissions of 99g/km mean it has a benefit-in-kind rate of 24%. The Polo TDI retains the sure-footed, predictable dynamic qualities of its petrol-powered brethren. steering is reasonably light and relatively quick, lending the Polo plenty of agility around town.
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Pros
  • Class-leading infotainment system
  • Comfortable to drive
Cons
  • Pricier than rivals
  • Alternatives are more fun to drive

autoexpress[4]

Reviewer score 64%
Reviewers from autoexpress have found the following***:
The latest Volkswagen Polo GTI is an accomplished hot supermini. It feels like a forgiving hot hatch that'll be very easy to live with. The tech-filled interior sets a high benchmark in this class. It's not the last word in excitement, however; for outright thrills the latest Ford Fiesta ST has the edge.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Powerful engine
  • Comfortable to drive
Cons
  • No limited-slip differential
  • Engine feels unstressed

autoexpress[5]

Reviewer score 86%
Reviewers from autoexpress have found the following***:
Our new Volkswagen Polo supermini makes a great first impression with everyone who drives it. Despite being small on the outside, the Polo has a 351-litre boot, which was more than spacious enough for all of his gear. Pete Gibson and Otis Clay were similarly impressed with the supermini's big boot, but also praised its handling.
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Pros
  • Big boot
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Excellent ride quality
Cons
  • Small boot
  • Noisy engine

autoexpress[6]

Reviewer score 55%
Reviewers from autoexpress have found the following***:
The new Volkswagen Polo R-Line mixes low running costs with sporting style. While it isn't as fun to drive as a Ford Fiesta or as fast as a Polo GTI, it sums up everything we love about the standard car – in a racier package. It is expensive, however, which largely negates the benefit of those low insurance premiums and cheaper tax bills. Cheaper models offer much better value for money.
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Pros
  • Sleek, sporty styling
  • Comfortable to drive
Cons
  • Expensive for what it offers
  • Not as fun to drive as a Ford Fiesta or as fast as a Polo GTI

autoexpress[7]

Reviewer score 73%
Reviewers from autoexpress have found the following***:
The new Polo GTI has grown significantly compared to its predecessor. It's bigger than even the five-door MINI Cooper S and is only 40mm narrower than the current Volkswagen Golf. Volkswagen offers a three-year 60,000 mile warranty on the Polo GTi. It scored the maximum five-star rating when tested by Euro NCAP.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Excellent infotainment system
  • Good standard equipment
Cons
  • Lack of standard equipment

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References

  1. ^ Volkswagen Polo Beats 1.6 TDI 2018 review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/volkswagen/first-drives/volkswagen-polo-beats-16-tdi-2018-review. 2018-08-15. Retrieved 2022-07-30.
  2. ^ Volkswagen Polo GTI 2019 long-term review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/volkswagen/polo-gti/first-drives/volkswagen-polo-gti-2019-long-term-review. 2019-03-20. Retrieved 2022-07-30.
  3. ^ Volkswagen Polo 1.6 TDI 2018 review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/volkswagen/polo/first-drives/volkswagen-polo-16-tdi-2018-review. 2018-08-11. Retrieved 2022-07-30.
  4. ^ New Volkswagen Polo GTI 2018 review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/volkswagen/polo/101994/new-volkswagen-polo-gti-2018-review. 2018-11-29. Retrieved 2022-07-30.
  5. ^ Volkswagen Polo SE L 1.0 TSI: long-term test review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/volkswagen/polo/105210/volkswagen-polo-se-l-10-tsi-long-term-test-review. 2019-05-21. Retrieved 2022-07-30.
  6. ^ New Volkswagen Polo R-Line 2019 review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/volkswagen/polo/61182/new-volkswagen-polo-r-line-2019-review. 2019-01-08. Retrieved 2022-07-30.
  7. ^ Volkswagen Polo GTI review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/volkswagen/polo/gti-hatchback. 2019-02-08. Retrieved 2022-07-30.

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