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Polo, the GTI with a hole. Image by James Jenkins.

Polo, the GTI with a hole...
The Polo GTI is just a mini version of the acclaimed Golf GTI, right? That's what we thought too...

   


Reviews homepage -> Volkswagen reviews -> 2007 Volkswagen Polo -> Three-door technical specifications

 
Performance, emissions & economy

Top speed (mph): 134
0-62 mph (seconds): 8.2

Urban mpg: 26.2
Extra urban mpg: 46.3
Combined mpg: 36.2
CO2 (g/km): 186


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 3916
Height (mm): 1467
Width (mm): 1650
Wheelbase (mm): 2466
Gross weight (kg): 1700
Kerb weight (kg): 1283
Max. braked trailer weight (kg): 800
Max. unbraked trailer weight (kg): 610


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: Four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine, mounted in front transversely. Intercooler.

Cubic capacity (cc): 1781
Compression ratio: 9.50:1
Bore x stroke (mm): 81.00 x 86.40
Valve gear: Five valves per cylinder.
Max. power (bhp): 148 at 5800 rpm
Max. torque (lb.ft): 162 at 1950 rpm

Transmission: Five-speed manual gearbox. Front-wheel drive.


 
Chassis & running gear

Front: Independent with McPherson struts and coil springs.

Rear: Torsion beam with trailing arms.

Steering: Power-assisted steering, speed sensitive.

Turning circle diameter (m): 10.60

Brakes: Front: ventilated discs. Rear: solid discs.

Wheels: 16-inch 'Monza' alloys.








 

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