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Volkswagen Polo
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Volkswagen Polo · Volkswagen UK configurator — Polo Life (updated sixth generation), official native-alpha product render (firstLevelThreeQuarterView)

Volkswagen · Polo

Polo

Released September 2021

The updated sixth-generation Polo supermini, sold in the UK with 1.0-litre petrol engines and a stock-only 2.0-litre GTI, suited to buyers who want a small, well-equipped hatchback.

Body
Hatchback
Powertrain
Petrol
Power
79–204 bhp
Range
–
Boot
–

What reviewers say

Reviewers agree the Polo is one of the most comfortable, refined and well-made small cars, with a supple ride and a roomy cabin for its class. It is easy rather than fun to drive and pricier than most rivals; Autocar found the touch-sensitive climate controls awkward, and Auto Express found the DSG gearbox jerky in traffic.

From autocar.co.uk, whatcar.com and autoexpress.co.uk

Specifications

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Performance

Powertrain
Petrol
Power
79–204 bhp
0–62 mph
6.5–15.6 s
Top speed
106–125 mph
Engine or motors
1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol, naturally aspirated MPI (80 PS) or turbocharged TSI (95 or 115 PS); GTI has a 2.0-litre TSI four-cylinder (207 PS) and is available from stock only; bhp converted from Volkswagen's PS figures
Torque
93 Nm (80 PS), 175 Nm (95 PS), 200 Nm (115 PS), 320 Nm (GTI)
Gearbox
5-speed manual (80 and 95 PS) or 7-speed DSG automatic (95 and 115 PS, GTI)
Drive
Front-wheel drive

Range and charging

Economy (WLTP)
52.8–55.2 mpg
Efficiency
1.0-litre models, WLTP combined: 53.9 mpg (80 PS), 53.0–55.2 mpg (95 PS manual), 52.9–53.1 mpg (95 PS DSG), 51.5–52.8 mpg (115 PS); depends on trim
CO2 emissions
1.0-litre models, 116–125 g/km (WLTP combined)

Practicality

Body
Hatchback
Seats
5
Length
4,074 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Weight
From 1,143 kg
Boot
351 litres on 1.0-litre models; 305 litres on GTI
Towing
1.0-litre models, up to 800 kg braked (80 PS), 1,000 kg (95 PS), 1,100 kg (115 PS)
Size
4,074 mm long and 1,751 mm wide (excluding mirrors); 1.0-litre models 1,451 mm high with a 2,552 mm wheelbase; GTI 1,431 mm high with a 2,549 mm wheelbase; weight is Volkswagen's unladen figure with driver, from 1,143 kg on the 80 PS model

Tech and safety

Infotainment
8-inch Ready 2 Discover or Discover Media touchscreen with App-Connect; 9.2-inch Discover Pro optional on R-Line, Edition 50 and Black Edition; 8-inch Digital Cockpit, or 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro on R-Line, Edition 50 and Black Edition
Driver assistance
LED headlights, Lane Assist and Front Assist with pedestrian and cyclist monitoring standard; IQ.Drive Travel Assist, predictive ACC, Side Assist and IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlights available
Safety rating
Euro NCAP 5 stars (2022); adult occupant 94%, child occupant 80%, vulnerable road users 70%, safety assist 70%
Warranty
3 years or 60,000 miles

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Up to 55.2 mpg (WLTP combined) with the 95 PS manual
  • LED headlights, Lane Assist and Front Assist emergency braking on every version
  • 351-litre boot on the 1.0-litre models is large for the class

Cons

  • No hybrid, electric or diesel version in the UK range
  • The entry 80 PS engine takes 15.6 seconds to reach 62 mph
  • The GTI has a smaller, 305-litre boot and is available from stock only

Closest rivals

Model
BodyPowertrainPowerRangeBootReleased
PeugeotPeugeot 308
HatchbackHybrid, Diesel, Plug-in hybrid, Electric129–193 bhp54–279 mi412 l2021
VauxhallAstra
HatchbackPetrol, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid, Electric129–193 bhp52–281 mi–Nov 2021
DaciaSandero
HatchbackPetrol99 bhp–328 lFeb 2021

Sources

  1. volkswagen.co.uk/en/new/polo.html/__ui/technical-data.app
  2. volkswagen.co.uk/en/new/polo.html
  3. volkswagen.co.uk/en/new/polo/polo-gti.html
  4. volkswagen.co.uk/en/new/polo/polo-dimensions.html
  5. volkswagen-newsroom.com/en/polo-gti-7426
  6. euroncap.com/assessments/vw/polo/0890
  7. businesscar.co.uk/news/orders-open-for-facelifted-volkswagen-polo

Photo: Volkswagen UK configurator — Polo Life (updated sixth generation), official native-alpha product render (firstLevelThreeQuarterView)

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