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    Volkswagen Polo

    Volkswagen Polo

    Volkswagen first introduced the Polo back in 1996 as a small, city-based hatch, meant to fill the hole left by the growing Golf.

    Since then, it's gone through four generations, with more modern features and sharper pricing that starts off at $18,790 with the Polo 70 TSI TRENDLINE, the city-friendly, five-door hatchback is able to keep up with its rivals. With a range of small, turbocharged engines, the Polo offers stronger performance than the city cars of old as well. 

    Volkswagen's famed Polo GTi completes the line-up at $31,990.

    Volkswagen Polo Reviews

    Toyota Yaris vs Mazda 2 vs VW Polo vs Hyundai Accent 2019: city car comparison review

    Toyota Yaris vs Mazda 2 vs VW Polo vs Hyundai Accent 2019: city car comparison review

    6 May 2019 by Matt Campbell
    If your natural habitat is the urban jungle you'll need transport to help you survive its tight A-to-B challenges. We've compared four city-sized hatchbacks, in their entry-level form, to determine... Read more
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    Volkswagen Polo Beats 2019 review

    Volkswagen Polo Beats 2019 review

    25 Oct 2018 by Tom White
    This Polo might not be as shouty as a pair of Beats headphones, but can it deliver on its big aural promise? Read more
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    Volkswagen Polo GTI 2019 review: weekend test

    Volkswagen Polo GTI 2019 review: weekend test

    19 Oct 2018 by Matt Campbell
    My dogs don't like it when I drive enthusiastically. So I dropped them off at the kennels for the weekend when I got the 2019 VW Polo GTI. Sadly, though, I didn't get much of a chance to drive it hard Read more
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    Volkswagen Polo GTI 2018 review

    Volkswagen Polo GTI 2018 review

    31 Aug 2018 by Richard Berry
    The new Polo is the smallest Volkswagen you can currently buy, and the angriest is the Polo GTI. So, is it too small? Does it cost too much? And is it quick enough? Read more
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    Volkswagen Polo 2018 review: 70TSI Trendline

    Volkswagen Polo 2018 review: 70TSI Trendline

    2 May 2018 by Nedahl Stelio
    Getting into a Polo is like visiting an old friend. You know they're good value, fairly reliable, look great and you like the way they do things. Read more
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    Volkswagen Polo 2018 review: Launch Edition

    Volkswagen Polo 2018 review: Launch Edition

    1 May 2018 by Dan Pugh
    The new VW Polo is bigger than it's ever been before, stretching the boundaries of a "city car" with its cabin space and luggage room. So is the smallest VW now big enough to work as a... Read more
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    Volkswagen Polo Launch Edition 2018 review: snapshot

    Volkswagen Polo Launch Edition 2018 review: snapshot

    15 Mar 2018 by Andrew Chesterton
    The limited-run Launch Edition sits atop the Polo family tree (at least until the GTI version gets here). Read more
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    Volkswagen Polo Comfortline 2018 review: snapshot

    Volkswagen Polo Comfortline 2018 review: snapshot

    13 Mar 2018 by Andrew Chesterton
    The 85TSI Comfortline marks the second and highest rung on the Polo ladder (for now), wearing a $19,490 (six-speed manual) or $21,990 (seven-speed dual-clutch auto) price tag. Read more
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    Volkswagen Polo 2018 review

    Volkswagen Polo 2018 review

    13 Mar 2018 by Andrew Chesterton
    In the Volkswagen universe, the Polo city car traditionally plays understudy to its world-beating Golf sibling. Which is strange, because Polo's always been more upmarket than Golf. Read more
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    Volkswagen Polo Trendline 2018 review: snapshot

    Volkswagen Polo Trendline 2018 review: snapshot

    13 Mar 2018 by Andrew Chesterton
    The 70TSI Trendline marks the entry point to this sixth-generation Polo range, and will set you back $17,990 (five-speed manual) or $20,490 (seven-speed dual-clutch auto). Read more
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    Volkswagen Polo Beats 2017 review

    Volkswagen Polo Beats 2017 review

    1 Mar 2017 by Richard Berry
    Richard Berry road tests and reviews the new Volkswagen Polo Beats with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Read more
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    Volkswagen Polo 81TSI Comfortline 2016 review

    Volkswagen Polo 81TSI Comfortline 2016 review

    27 Jul 2016 by Tim Robson
    Tim Robson road tests and reviews the VW Polo 81TSI Comfortline with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Despite the fact that mini SUVs are marching up the sales order like ants on a picnic basket... Read more
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    Volkswagen Polo GTI 2016 review

    Volkswagen Polo GTI 2016 review

    22 Jul 2016 by Tim Robson
    Tim Robson road tests and reviews the VW Polo GTI with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. It can be tough being a little brother sometimes – especially when your big bro is captain of the football... Read more
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    Volkswagen Polo, Citroen DS3 and Ford Fiesta 2015 review

    Volkswagen Polo, Citroen DS3 and Ford Fiesta 2015 review

    1 May 2015 by Joshua Dowling
    As car buyers continue to downsize – to upgrade performance – we gathered two new arrivals and lined them up against the reigning champ.... Read more
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    Volkswagen Polo GTI 2015 review

    Volkswagen Polo GTI 2015 review

    17 Apr 2015 by Joshua Dowling
    Joshua Dowling road tests and reviews the new 2015 Volkswagen Polo GTI at its Australian launch. Read more
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    Volkswagen Polo GTI manual 2015 review

    Volkswagen Polo GTI manual 2015 review

    16 Apr 2015 by Malcolm Flynn
    Malcolm Flynn road tests and reviews the updated MkV Volkswagen Polo GTI, with specs, fuel consumption and verdict at its Australian launch. Read more
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    Volkswagen Polo 2015 review

    Volkswagen Polo 2015 review

    8 Jan 2015 by Paul Gover
    The starting price for the Volkswagen Polo is pegged at $15,990. On the road. So, why am I driving a Polo with a bottom line at $20,790, before it even leaves the showroom?Because, like most cars,... Read more
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    Used Volkswagen Polo review: 1998-2014

    Used Volkswagen Polo review: 1998-2014

    8 Feb 2016 by Ewan Kennedy
    Ewan Kennedy reviews the 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 Volkswagen Polo as a used buy. Read more
    VW Polo 66TSI vs Honda Jazz VTi

    VW Polo 66TSI vs Honda Jazz VTi

    12 Dec 2014 by James Stanford
    City cars mean different things to different buyers, typified by the stylish Polo and the practical Jazz. James Stanford adjudicates Read more
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    Volkswagen Polo Comfortline 2014 review

    Volkswagen Polo Comfortline 2014 review

    11 Nov 2014 by Ewan Kennedy
    Ewan Kennedy road tests and reviews the Volkswagen Polo Comfortline with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Read more
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    Pricing Guides

    $25,390
    Based on Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)
    Lowest Price
    $18,790
    Highest Price
    $31,990
    See all Volkswagen Polo pricing and specs

    Range and Specs

    VehicleSpecsPrice*
    70 TSI TRENDLINE 1.0L, PULP, 7 SP AUTO $21,290 2019 Volkswagen Polo 70 TSI TRENDLINE Pricing and Specs
    70 TSI TRENDLINE 1.0L, PULP, 5 SP MAN $18,790 2019 Volkswagen Polo 70 TSI TRENDLINE Pricing and Specs
    70TSI TRENDLINE 1.0L, PULP, 7 SP AUTO $20,490 2019 Volkswagen Polo 70TSI TRENDLINE Pricing and Specs
    85 TSI COMFORTLINE 1.0L, PULP, 7 SP AUTO $22,790 2019 Volkswagen Polo 85 TSI COMFORTLINE Pricing and Specs
    See all 2019 VOLKSWAGEN POLO in the Range
    * Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

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    Volkswagen Polo News

    Volkswagen Polo and Mitsubishi Triton recalled

    Volkswagen Polo and Mitsubishi Triton recalled

    7 May 2019 by Tom White
    Volkswagen Polo R-Line 2018 added

    Volkswagen Polo R-Line 2018 added

    19 Jun 2018 by Matt Campbell
    Volkswagen Polo recall for MY18

    Volkswagen Polo recall for MY18

    17 May 2018 by Robbie Wallis
    Volkswagen Polo Beats 2018 pricing and specs confirmed

    Volkswagen Polo Beats 2018 pricing and specs confirmed

    24 Apr 2018 by Spencer Leech
    Volkswagen Polo GTI 2018 pricing and spec confirmed

    Volkswagen Polo GTI 2018 pricing and spec confirmed

    19 Mar 2018 by Robbie Wallis
    Mercedes X-Class, VW Polo, Jag E-Pace, BMW X2 awarded five ANCAP stars

    Mercedes X-Class, VW Polo, Jag E-Pace, BMW X2 awarded five ANCAP stars

    26 Feb 2018 by Spencer Leech
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    Volkswagen Polo FAQs

    No car is perfect, so we've gathered everything relating to the Volkswagen Polo here to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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