Volkswagen Polo

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• Which model of Volkswagen Polo is best?

  The Highline Plus variant of the Volkswagen Polo is the best option if you are looking at getting more value for your money. This trim is worth checking out, with or without the automatic trim option. The base Trendline variant may seem a little too costly with regard to the torque to weight ratio which is almost similar to the entry-level Alto 800. This variant also does not have as many features as you need and performance is not top of the line. The Comfortline Plus variant has all the features that you wish although the price is quite high for many buyers with the same 1.0 litre petrol engine. Hence, the Highline Plus is decently balanced with features while offering better performance.

• How much does a Volkswagen Polo cost?

  The Volkswagen Polo is priced between Rs. 6.12-9.93 lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi) in the Indian market.

• Is Volkswagen Polo a good car?

  The Volkswagen Polo is an excellent driver’s car. If you have to choose pure driving pleasure, sporty feels and good performance, then this is the classic premium hatcback that you should be choosing. Safety-wise, the Volkswagen Polo scores highly with its gamut of features, stiff chassis, excellent cornering, superior grip and great tyres. The Polo is a fun to drive hatchback with good safety and decent features. The look and feel is premium and the design clearly attracts buyers even today. From that perspective, the Volkswagen Polo continues to be a good car for hatchback buyers with a little more money to spare for the top end of the spectrum.

• Is Volkswagen Polo better than Maruti Suzuki Baleno?

  The Volkswagen Polo competes with the Maruti Suzuki Baleno in the premium hatchback space in the Indian market. To say that it is better than the Baleno would be an overstatement. The Baleno is bigger, punchier and moer powerful while offering better features at almost the same price band. The Polo scores points with its emphasis on excellent safety ratings while also offering great drivability, driving pleasure and performance.

• How reliable is Volkswagen Polo?

  The Volkswagen Polo is an immensely reliable premium hatchback from the customer’s perspective. The Polo rides well with an extremely comfortable second row and is clearly a driver’s car. Its punchy engine and turbocharged torque make it a wonderful option for covering long distances and highway rides alike. The Polo has a good suspension system while it corners excellently. The Polo is a sheer delight to drive and from the safety point of view, it has obtained a 4-star rating in the ASEAN tests which makes it one of the best cars if you are looking for enhanced safety above all else. All in all, the Polo is a reliable car from a performnace, safety and drivability perspective. It is one of the most popular hatchbacks in the country and has stood the test for a decade and counting.

• Model Name vs. Competition

  Volkswagen Polo vs. Maruti Suzuki Baleno

  The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is the uncrowned king of the premium hatchback segment and has even surpassed the Hyundai i20 at times in terms of sales figures and general acclaim. The Volkswagen Polo does feel dated in comparison to the Baleno while missing out on more space, power and mileage. However, the Polo still has its own set of strong points for passionate hatchback enthusiasts. The Baleno still manages to emerge unscathed for features, performance, space, mileage and overall value for money. Yet, the Polo holds its own for performance enthusiasts.

  METRICS	Volkswagen Polo	Maruti Suzuki Baleno
  Price	Rs. 6.12 lakh onwards	Rs. 5.9 lakh onwards
  Engine	1.0L MPI Engine 3 Cylinder	1.2L VVT Petrol 4 Cylinder
  Engine Displacement	999 cc	1197 cc
  Transmission	Manual	Manual
  Mileage	17.8-18.2 kmpl	21.40 kmpl
  Seating Capacity	5	5
  Kerb Weight	1015 kg	865 kg
  Emission Norm Compliance	BS6	BS6
  Boot Space	280 Litres	339 Litres
  Sunroof	No	No

  Volkswagen Polo vs. Tata Altroz

  The Tata Altroz has set the cat amongst the pigeons in the premium hatchback category. The Altroz is loaded with features, sports an appealing design and offers good performance and refinement. The Volkswagen Polo sticks to its time-tested formula of good performance, charming looks, decent features and excellent driving and safety attributes. The Altroz scores bigger with its equipment and new-age feel while the Polo is still a tried and tested (albeit niche) favorite.

  METRICS	Volkswagen Polo	Tata Altroz
  Price	Rs. 6.12 lakh onwards	Rs. 5.7 lakh onwards
  Engine	1.0L MPI Engine 3 Cylinder	1.2 litre Revotron BS6 engine
  Engine Displacement	999 cc	1199 cc
  Transmission	Manual	Manual
  Mileage	17.8-18.2 kmpl	19.05 kmpl
  Seating Capacity	5	5
  Kerb Weight	1015 kg	980-1150 Kg
  Emission Norm Compliance	BS6	BS6
  Boot Space	280 Litres	345 litres
  Sunroof	No	No