This model Volkswagen Polo began production in 2001, although sales did not begin until early 2002. The Volkswagen Polo is available in a 3 or 5-door (hatchback) option, and even a sedan with four doors. The base engine is a 1.2 petrol that only delivers 64 horsepower.
There is an engine with 75 horsepower, 1.4 turbo diesel and three 1.4-liter petrol engines, all of which are agile and economical to boot. The Volkswagen Polo is also available with a 1.9 turbo diesel engine with 101 horsepower and 130 respectively. The car rides well on most surfaces, but the soft suspension does not control the tilt of the body when driving at higher speeds or cornering.
The diesel engine is quite noisy, but it is only felt at higher speeds during acceleration. The big surprise is the quiet and smooth operation you have with the three-cylinder 1.2 petrol engine. Wind noise is noticeable when driving on the highway, and also from the suspension when going over sudden changes in the pavement. The price of the Polo is somewhat high, but the resale values are too.
With four diesel engines and a frugal 1.2 petrol engine to choose from, gas saving statistics for Volkswagen Polo are great. Management through control switches and buttons is very good, and the Polo offers all the amenities expected of the VW brand.
VW Polo comes with front airbags and an anti-lock braking system as standard. Side and curtain airbags are extra options, and cruise control does not appear on all models. All models have two options for regulating the wheel position, but not all of them have control over the height of the seat .
There is plenty of space for the driver and front passenger, and forward visibility is also reasonable. All control elements and tools are easy to use. The Polo can comfortably accommodate four adults, though many rivals offer considerably more extra space in the cabin that the Polo has to offer.
The list of equipment of the Volkswagen Polo is better than most of its competitors. Standard E models have a CD player, S models have air conditioning, alloy wheels and electric front windows, and SE adds remote central locking and height adjustment of the driver's seat. Sport models feature a lower suspension and fog lights (halogen).
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