The new Volkswagen Polo features a 1.4-litre engine and 7 speed DSG gearbox.
When combined with the DSG transmission, Volkswagen says only 5.8 litres of fuel is required to travel 100km – an improvement of 16% when compared to the previous generation. CO² emissions are reportedly 135g/km.
By the middle of 2010, the Polo will come with a new 1.2L TSI, turbo-charged four-cylinder direct injection petrol engine, producing 77kW, consuming 5.5L of fuel per 100km and producing 129 g/km of CO². Importantly, the 175Nm of torque is available from 1500-3500rpm.
The small car achieved an impressive 5 star EuroNCAP safety rating and now has six airbags and ESP as standard,
Inside you’ll find comforts such as a 3-spoke leather steering wheel, climatic air conditioning and plenty of storage compartments. Extra touches include durable fabric, chrome detailing on the air vents, gear lever surround and handbrake, electric windows front and rear, an instrument cluster with an electronic speedometer, odometer/trip recorder and rev counter.
You can customise your new Polo with options such as leather upholstery, heated seats or premium entertainment with the Media Device Interface.
