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Monday, April 06, 2009Overview of Volkswagen New Polo
Volkswagen has launched the New Polo in India, it was showcased at the Auto Expo 2010 but prices were not announced. It was first unvieled the all new 2009 Polo at the Geneva Auto Show '09. Volkswagen also unveiled the race version of the car that will participate in the Polo Cup. The Cup Polo is equipped with a 1.6-litre diesel engine that produces 130hp of peak torque and 250Nm of maximum torque. This racing car also comes with a 6-speed manual gearbox, Sachs adjustable racing suspension as well as all the necessary safety equipment such as an FIA approved roll cage.
Update: The top variant of Polo diesel now features new high-end music system, USB support, AUX port, leather wrapped steering wheel, rear parking sensors and steering mounted audio controls. Expected price increase is around 15 thousand rupees.
Design & Styling of Volkswagen New Polo
New Polo has some stunning design details, particularly the headlights and tail lights. The exterior surface got a lot of added attention but underneath well, quite a lot got taken away. No other car in this class has such a mature and high-end image as the New Polo. It may not have the flair of the Grande Punto or the futuristic shape of the Jazz but it looks every bit a Volkswagen with its strong haunches and solid look. The typically Volkswagen grille and stunning headlights only add to the appeal. All in all New Polo looks awesome from almost all angles. The squarish tail lamps may not be very new in design but looks very good and suits the overall stance of Volkswagen Polo. Same is with headlamps which have a black outlining like we have seen in the Ford Fiesta. Volkswagen New Polo is the best in terms of looks and styling in comparison to other B+ segment cars which consists of Skoda Fabia, Honda Jazz, Ford Figo, Hyundai i20, Tata Indica Vista and Maruti Suzuki Ritz. Only Fiat Grande Punto is the car which looks better than the Volkswagen New Polo
Interiors & Comfort Features of Volkswagen New Polo
Once you get into the New Polo, there is simply no looking back. You expect the best. So, we’ve put absolute comfort at your disposal. The electronic multi-function display provides information on current and average fuel consumption, range, journey distance, odometer and time. It houses a stereo and radio system that provides exceptional acoustics and keeps all important functions within easy reach. Not to forget the rake and reach adjustable steering wheel and the remote central locking that allows you to remotely operate even the side windows. Right from the high-grade materials to the exquisite workmanship, the New Polo promises an optimal blend of design, comfort and functionality. The interiors are functional and offer a host of pockets to store various knick-knacks. The materials used are neat and the cabin generally offers an overall feel good factor.
Engine Options in Volkswagen New Polo
New Polo is available with three engine options:
- New Polo 1.2 Petrol - 1198cc - 75 Bhp Power and 110 Nm Torque
- New Polo 1.2 Diesel - 1199cc - 75 Bhp Power and 180 Nm Torque
The New Polo 1.2 petrol has displacement of 1198cc and generates maximum power of 75 Bhp with maximum torque of 110 Nm. The New Polo 1.2 diesel has displacement of 1199cc and generates maximum power of 75 Bhp with maximum torque of 180 Nm. Both petrol and diesel models are available in 3 variants each - Trendline, Comfortline and top of the line Highline. Engineers were able to reduce the overall weight of the vehicle 7.5 percent over the previous model. The weight savings translates to a dramatic increase in fuel economy.
Variants Available in Volkswagen New Polo
- New Polo 1.2 petrol Trendline, Comfortline, Highline
- New Polo 1.2 diesel Trendline, Comfortline, Highline
The top of the line Highline variant comes with Dual SRS Airbags, Alloys, ABS, AC, Leather Interiors, Rear washer/wiper & Parking sensors. The 1.6 Petrol is available only in Highline variant.
Shades Available in Volkswagen New Polo
- ‘Candy white’ and ‘Flash red’ for the Trendline.
- ‘Pepper grey, Glacier blue, Silver, Deep black’ for the Comfortline and Highline.
Safety Features of Volkswagen New Polo
Comfort, quality and safety have all taken a considerable leap forward. Polo was specifically designed to attain the recently established, stricter and more comprehensive, 5-star EuroNCAP rating. The higher structural rigidity of the Polo’s bodyshell contributes to these results. In the footwell area alone, intrusion - related to the car body’s deformation strength in a frontal crash – was lowered by 50 percent! In the case of a side impact, the intrusion value was reduced by 20 percent.
The New Polo is loaded with a wealth of advanced safety equipments, which makes every journey as safe as possible. A comprehensive airbag system for occupant protection, along with an ultra high-strength steel frame, makes for an indigenously structured passenger cell. Add to that, an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) which provides individual wheel braking preferences. It’s all about sitting back and enjoying the drive with the reassurance of security.