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| Volkswagen Polo GTI | |
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| Volkswagen | |
| aka | Volkswagen Polo |
| Production | 1986-present |
| Class | Subcompact Hot Hatch |
| Body Style | 3-door, 4-seat Hatchback |
| Length | length - type here |
| Width | Width - type here |
| Height | Height - type here |
| Wheelbase | wheelbase - type here |
| Weight | 2632 lb (1194 kg) |
| Transmission | 7-speed DSG dual-clutch |
| Engine | 1.4 litre turbocharged + supercharged DI TSI Inline-4 |
| Power | 177 hp @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of torque @ N/A rpm |
| Similar | similar (competition) |
| Designer | Designer (lead designer if it was a team effort) |
The Volkswagen Polo GTI is a hot hatch version of the Polo that has been produced since 1990 as a left-hand drive exclusive model. The Polo is credited as one of the first hot hatchbacks below the $30,000 mark.
A brand new MK6 Polo GTI costs $29,545 USD however prices for the Clubsport are higher
Recent Changes[]
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Styles and Major Options[]
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Pricing[]
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| 1.4 TSI 180 GTI 3dr DSG | 1.4 TSI 180 GTI 5dr DSG | Trim3 | Trim4 |
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Gas Mileage[]
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Engine and Transmission[]
In 2014, it is equipped with a 1.4-liter engine with turbo and supercharger installed, producing a maximum power 180 PS (178 hp; 132 kW) combined with a 7-speed double-clutch transmission and front-wheel-drive. According to the manufacturer, the vehicle is capable of accelerating from 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in 6.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 229 km/h (142 mph). At the same time, an improved technology is said to have reduced fuel consumption by 25 percent compared to the equally powerful previous model, the Polo GTI Cup Edition, and now amounts to 5.9 L/100 km (16.9 km/l; 39.9 mpg‑US; 47.9 mpg‑imp). This would correspond to CO2 emissions of 139 g/km. For the 2014 facelift, the 1.4 TSI engine was replaced by a 1.8 TSI turbo engine with an output of 192 PS (189 hp; 141 kW). Since then, the model has been available with a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 7-speed DSG. The engine equipped with manual gearbox has a maximum torque of 320 N⋅m (32.6 kg⋅m; 236 lb⋅ft) while the DSG variant is limited to 250 N⋅m (25.5 kg⋅m; 184 lb⋅ft).
Performance[]
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Reliability[]
Bigger problems come to light in the ownership experience. Cold-engine misfires had to be addressed by VW with new coil packs, new plugs and factory updates. More worrying was excessive oil consumption, usually the result of oil seals struggling with a pressure imbalance on either side of the turbo impeller. The problem got worse if you were running a decatted exhaust. Some owners were getting as few as 400 miles a litre, making other owners feel grateful for their 1,000 miles, even though that figure wasn't really acceptable either. The motor is fuel-sensitive, with pistons and oil rings prone to breaking on ordinary 95RON petrol. Other issues included a timing chain tensioner failure at around 60,000 miles that allowed chain slack followed by potentially engine-wrecking tooth-jump. VW picked up many a tab for that under warranty. You could also get problems with the 1.4's supercharger clutch when the engine transitioned from supercharger to turbo. Wonky diverter valves - the system that VW/Audi turbo cars were using to vent excess boost pressure - spawned a handy revenue stream for the aftermarket.
Safety[]
In terms of safety features, the car comes equipped with combined head-thorax side airbags and twin front airbags, belt tensioners, belt tension limiters plus belt warning, head restraints designed to avoid whiplash trauma (each in front) as well as Isofix points on the rear bench seat.
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Colors[]
- Deep Black
- Candy White
- Reflex Silver
- Flash Red
- White New
Main Competitors[]
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Hybrid Models[]
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Unique Attributes[]
Styling-wise, the Polo GTI differs from the standard Polo with its redesigned front and rear bumpers, widened side skirts, roof spoiler, standard fog lights, red brake calipers, 17-inch alloy wheels and a chrome-plated twin tailpipe. It is also equipped with a sports suspension that is about 15 mm (0.6 in) lower and an extended electronic limited slip differential, which is intended to reduce the vehicle's tendency to understeer by braking the front wheel on the inside of the bend when cornering quickly. In addition, the vehicle battery was relocated from the engine compartment to the spare wheel well for better weight distribution, which in turn reduces the usable luggage compartment volume from 280 to 204 liters.
Interior[]
highlight of every GTI is its customised interior. The Polo GTI is no exception. Black, red, grey and chrome dominate visually here. Everything that is not upgraded with red, grey or chrome is always finished in black (trim colour: Titan Black). Therefore, the roof pillars and roofliner are also black. Red contrast stitching is another typical GTI characteristic in the interior. It is found around the standard leather multifunction sports steering wheel, the gear shift lever trim, the floor mats and the outer seat surfaces. The sport seats, which are suitable for practically any driver stature, feature the legendary 'Clark' plaid pattern on their inner surfaces (red, dark grey and light grey stripes and black squares). Black leather upholstery is available as an option. Numerous chrome details also upgrade the interior (including the steering wheel, gear knob, instrument surrounds, air vent tabs, climate controls, pedals and many buttons). Also exclusively coordinated for the GTI are the decorative trim elements of the dash panel, centre console and door trims. The dash panel can be ordered in Deep Iron Gloss or Velvet Red; the instruments in the upper dash area are always finished in black. For the first time for the Polo and thus for the new GTI, Volkswagen is offering the option of digital instruments. The Polo is the first GTI to have the latest generation Active Info Display on board. The most powerful Polo gets exclusive GTI graphics with a red-white-black design named 'Sport'. Meanwhile, the infotainment systems with their 6.5- or 8.0-inch displays feature a unique GTI welcome screen. Instruments and the infotainment system are arranged on a single visual axis in the new Polo GTI, which makes them optimally visible and easy to operate. Digital interfaces for smartphones make it easier to bring the phones' apps and various online services on board. Not only can smartphones be charged by plugging them in, but as an option they may be charged wirelessly (inductively). The instruments and infotainment systems in detail: Volkswagen interface designers have systematically further developed the Active Info Display (10.25-inch screen) and have elevated its high-quality graphics (133 dpi / resolution 1,280 x 480 pixels) and functional range to new levels. As a result, the display provides better graphic performance, greater pixel density, added brightness and contrast, more intensive colours and fewer conventional warning lights. Using a 'View button' on the multifunction steering wheel, the Polo GTI driver can now also switch between three basic layouts, easily and quickly. 1. A view with two instrument dials for engine revs and vehicle speed. 2. Digital view without dials. 3. Digital view without dials with supplemental information. Supplemental information can be configured via the infotainment system. Volkswagen has also adapted the graphics and colour scheme of the Active Info Display to the new Polo GTI – which favours black, white and red and graphics. A new, digital and interactive cockpit environment has been created via the interplay of the Active Info Display and the infotainment system. Volkswagen is introducing the latest generation of infotainment systems in the Polo GTI with display sizes ranging from 6.5 to 8.0 inches. Specifically, these are the Composition Colour (6.5-inchradio-infotainment system) that comes as standard in the Polo GTI, Composition Media (8.0-inch radio-infotainment with CD player) and Discover Media (8.0-inch radio-navigation infotainment with CD player). The new Polo GTI brings connectivity to the driver and passengers more innovatively and more easily than ever before. In the Polo, they are 'always on', which is to say they are online whenever they wish. Available for this purpose are the Car-Net applications App-Connect (in addition to MirrorLinkÒ / Android, it also integrates Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ / Google into the infotainment systems), Media Control and 'Guide & Inform' (providing a wide variety of online services).
Resale Values[]
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Criticisms[]
'It’s biggest failing is that its chassis is capable rather than captivating. What’s more, it never feels genuinely quick with a flat performance delivery. If VW could hand the Polo GTI over to the same engineers responsible for the Golf R then the baby GTI may finally be in a position to challenge the class leaders.'
-EVO car magazine
Generations[]
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Mk6 Polo GTI[]
The Mk6 Polo GTI was launched in 2017.[44] It features a slightly detuned version of the 2.0-litre turbocharged engine from the Mk7 Golf GTI. It produced 197 bhp and was capable of getting to 60 mph in under 6.7 seconds. It was launched with only a six-speed DSG dual-clutch transmission available. Along with the engine, the GTI version came standard with lowered suspension, GTI badges, GTI bumpers, 17-in wheels, sill extensions, bigger brakes, red brake calipers, twin exhausts, tartan seats, sport steering, red stitching, and a roof spoiler. Options include GTI LED headlights, 18-inch wheels, and adaptive dampers.
Mk5 Polo GTI[]
The Mk5 Polo GTI was launched at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. The new GTI is powered by VW's award-winning[41] 130 kW (180 PS) 1.4-litre TSI engine (adapted from that used in the current Scirocco), which uses both a supercharger and turbocharger to provide torque throughout the revolution range.[42] The Mk5 Polo is also 7.5% lighter than its predecessor and with a 22 kW (30 PS) increase in power over the previous generation Polo GTI it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 6.9 seconds. The Mk5 Polo also includes features not found on previous generation Polos, such as touch-screen satellite navigation and a seven-speed version of VW's DSG gearbox as standard.
Facelift[]
The Mk5 Polo GTI facelift was launched in 2015. It featured a new 1.8-litre turbocharged engine, which had been developed by Audi. It produced 190 bhp and was capable of sprinting from 0-60 mph in 6.4 seconds (real world test). It came standard with a six-speed manual gearbox, unlike its predecessor, which was only available with a seven-speed DSG.
Third generation: Mk IV Polo GT (2002–2010)[]
Polo GT 2002-2005
New Polo GTI 2005-present leather interior
With the introduction of the 2002 model Polo, the GTI model was discontinued and was given no direct replacement. There was however a GT model produced, featuring the same 1.9 TDI 130 PS engine found in the popular Škoda Fabia vRS.
Mk IVF Polo GTI[]
It was not until late 2005, after yet another Polo revamp that the GTI was reintroduced. This time it boasted a 1.8T 150 PS engine which had been used in everything from the Mk4 Volkswagen Golf GTI to the Audi A6. Despite the impressive figures this new model lacked the standard features of the Polo GTI III with xenon headlights not even on the options list and fully digital climate control only being an expensive option. Although faster than the 2000-2002 Polo GTI the newer model was also seen as being off the pace when compared to its rivals, most of which are now nudging 200 PS. In Europe this led to VW quickly beefing up the Polo further to create the Polo GTI Cup Edition, which was tuned to around 180 PS and featured more aggressive styling.
Second generation: Mk III Polo GTI (1994–2002)[]
Polo GTI 2000-2002
Polo GTI 2000-2002 interior
After production of the G40 ended in 1994, Volkswagen decided to release the first GTI-branded Polo in a limited batch of just 3000. It was released in 1995 and available only in left hand drive. It featured a 1.6-litre 16-valve 120 PS (88 kW) engine and a host of extra features making it the highest spec car in its class. The GTI was not available in the UK at any stage during its limited production, this meant that as of 1994 the UK only had the 100bhp 1.4 16v as a model with any sporting intent. This was the case until 2000 when the Polo MK III model range was finally revamped and the first GTI-branded Polos arrived in the United Kingdom.
Mk IIIF Polo GTI[]
Between 2000 and 2002 VW offered two sporting models, the 16V and GTI. The 16V came with the 1.4 16V 100 PS (74 kW) engine and had options such as 15" Spa alloys and air conditioning. However more interest was in the GTI. Available only in hatchback form, the GTI was powered by a 1.6 16V 125 PS (92 kW) engine with variable valve timing, making it the most powerful Polo to come out the factory to date. External changes gave the car the looks to match its power. Deeper front bumpers with honeycomb mesh inserts, side skirts, fog lights, a honeycomb mesh grill and 15" BBS split rims suited the car well. There were also standard extras such as "Climatronic" fully automatic air conditioning, xenon headlights with headlight washer system, a six-disc CD autochanger, exclusive sports interior with leather steering wheel and gearstick, chrome inserts and driver aids such as ABS with EBD and an EDL (a system to aid traction). Leather and satellite navigation were also optional extras. The Polo GTI Mk IIIF however missed the new six-speed gearbox that was introduced in the smaller Volkswagen Lupo GTI.
First Generation/Origins: Mk II Polo G40 (1986-1994)[]
1986 European Polo GT G40
1990-1994 Polo G40
The Volkswagen Polo GTI can probably trace its roots back to the original hot Polo, this was the supercharged 1.3 L 115 PS (83 kW) G40. It was sold in the UK between 1990 -1994 in the form of the Mk IIF Polo but was available during the late 80's in limited numbers in Europe in the form of the Mk II 'Polo GT G40'. The car was expensive compared to its rivals of the time and therefore did not sell in vast numbers (Ford Fiesta XR2, Peugeot 205 GTI etc). This makes it highly collectible today and according to Top Gear, "a potential future classic". If kept in good condition this lightweight and small engined car will keep up with much larger rivals thanks to its supercharger. This is a technology that has recently found its way back into Volkswagen's range of cars, most noticeably the new Golf GT 1.4 TSI which boasts 170 PS from its small engine. It is likely that a TSI engine will find its way into a Polo GTI at some point in the future.
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News and References
- 4Car review of the 2000-2002 Polo GTI
- In depth review of the new Polo GTI
- Officially Official: Volkswagen Polo GTI, 177 hp, 40 mpg and plaid seats!
- 2011 VW Polo GTI: 800 Lbs More Than A Mk1 Golf GTI
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