The Volkswagen Polo is a subcompact car produced by German automaker Volkswagen since 1975. It has undergone six generations of production and has been sold in over 100 countries worldwide.
First Generation (1975-1981)
The first-generation Polo was launched in March 1975 as a successor to the VW Type 3, which was no longer being produced due to rising emissions regulations. The initial model featured a 1.1L engine and a four-speed manual transmission. In 1976, a two-door sedan variant was added, followed by a three-door hatchback in 1978.
Second Generation (1981-1994)
The second-generation Polo was launched in 1981 with a more aerodynamic design and improved fuel efficiency. The new model featured a range of engines, including the 1.3L, 1.7L, and 1.9L gasoline units, as well as a 1.5L diesel option.
Third Generation (1994-2002)
The third-generation Polo was launched in 1994 with a more angular design inspired by the Golf. The new model featured a range of engines, including the 1.0L, 1.3L, and 1.9L gasoline units, as well as a 1.6L diesel option.
Fourth Generation (2002-2009)
The fourth-generation Polo was launched in 2002 with a more refined design and improved safety features. The new model featured a range of engines, including the 1.4L, 1.6L, and 1.9L gasoline units, as well as a 1.9L diesel option.
Fifth Generation (2009-2017)
The fifth-generation Polo was launched in 2009 with a more aerodynamic design and improved fuel efficiency. The new model featured a range of engines, including the 1.2L, 1.4L, and 1.6L gasoline units, as well as a 1.6L diesel option.
Sixth Generation (2017-Present)
The sixth-generation Polo was launched in 2017 with a more aggressive design inspired by the GTI model. The new model features a range of engines, including the 1.0L TSI, 1.4L TSI, and 2.0L TDI gasoline units, as well as a range of trim levels, including the Polo S, SE, GT, R-Line, and Highline.
Key Features
- Front-wheel drive layout
- MacPherson strut suspension at the front and semi-trailing arms at the rear
- Range of safety features, including airbags, ABS, and ESP
- Available in a range of trim levels, including sedan, hatchback, and GTI variants
Specifications (Sixth Generation)
- Length: 4.05 meters (13.6 ft)
- Width: 1.70 meters (5.6 ft)
- Height: 1.47 meters (4.8 ft)
- Wheelbase: 2.52 meters (8.3 ft)
- Engines:
- 1.0L TSI: 74-109 hp
- 1.4L TSI: 94-140 hp
- 2.0L TDI: 110-150 hp
- Transmission:
- 5-speed manual
- 6-speed automatic
- 7-speed dual-clutch automatic (DSG)
