The Polo
Introducing the New Polo
Everything about the Polo will give you the drive to go further. The sharpened body design and IQ.LIGHT matrix LEDs reflect confidence in true Polo style. The fresh design and new exterior features are just the start of the Polo’s innovation. As you look closer, the IQ.DRIVE features and advanced interior digitalisation reveal the intelligence behind confident driving.
The Polo highlights.
The Polo R-line
The Polo R-line
Key information at a glance
The fully digital standard 8-inch cockpit changes the way you drive with an interactive and convenient display. An optional 9.2-inch digital cockpit display is available on the Life and standard on the R-Line and GTI models.
The Polo is fitted with the advanced generation MIB3 touch-screen infotainment system and comes with wireless charging as an option and App-Connect, keeping connectivity at your fingertips and putting you at the top of your game.
Enjoy the luxury of convenience with the Climatronic Touch aircon system, front and rear electric windows and optional keyless locking and starting.
Groundbreaking entertainment
Have you heard? The Composition1 radio with 15.5 cm (6.5”) display provides for great non-stop entertainment in the Polo.
1 Comes optional on the Polo and Life
Confidence on command
Voice Control allows you to control the radio, phone, and optional navigation systems of the Polo. By simply speaking, you can use your voice to make a phone call, find an address or change the channel on the infotainment system- all without lifting a finger.
The Polo GTI
Put more in. Get more out.
The Polo GTI is here with a 2.0 GTI 147kW DSG® engine, “Art Velour” Titanium black seat finishes, 17" Milton Keynes alloy wheels, twin tail pipes, front and rear spoilers along with the classic GTI insignia. The performance-driven design allows drivers to shift into a new mode of boldness with the leather-wrapped multi-function sports steering wheel. It is also equipped with optional features like IQ.DRIVE and Beats sound system which makes the Polo GTI, the ideal compact performance car of a new generation.
Level up your drive with more power
With an impressive 147 kW under the bonnet, the Polo GTI delivers the sporty performance drivers expect. With acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, you’ll notice it every time you start the engine and whenever you look in your rear view mirror. Plus with a DSG dual-clutch gearbox, the new Polo gives you uninterrupted driving performance by allowing for seamless gear changes and a more economical drive.
Let’s go round again!
Does even the merest sight of a winding road instantly boost your mood? Then the XDS electronic differential lock that comes as standard in the Polo GTI is bound to make you smile. The advantage it offers is that it reduces the tendency to understeer. Or, to put it more simply, it offers maximum driving enjoyment on sporty, winding drives.
Shows what it’s made of
It’s not just what’s under the bonnet of the Polo GTI that will impress you – its sporty look also speaks for itself. The Polo GTI is finished with “Art Velour” Titanium black seat finishes, 17" Milton Keynes alloy wheels, twin tail pipes, front and rear spoilers along with the classic GTI insignia. The performance-driven design allows drivers to shift into a new mode of boldness with the leather-wrapped multi-function sports steering wheel. It is also equipped with optional features like IQ.DRIVE and Beats sound system which makes the Polo GTI, the ideal compact performance car of a new generation.
Shows what it’s made of
It’s not just what’s under the bonnet of the Polo GTI that will impress you – its sporty look also speaks for itself. The Polo GTI is finished with “Art Velour” Titanium black seat finishes, 17" Milton Keynes alloy wheels, twin tail pipes, front and rear spoilers along with the classic GTI insignia. The performance-driven design allows drivers to shift into a new mode of boldness with the leather-wrapped multi-function sports steering wheel. It is also equipped with optional features like IQ.DRIVE and Beats sound system which makes the Polo GTI, the ideal compact performance car of a new generation.
Comfort that’s in your control
The interior of the Polo GTI is all about innovative user comfort. The leather-touch multifunctional sports steering wheel, ensures you have everything under control-comfortably. The touch controls let you navigate through the intelligent menu guide and access a wealth of functions in the Digital Cockpit Pro or infotainment system. So you’ll never have to take your hands off the wheel or your eyes off the road.
The right drive – always
Whether you’re cruising around town or kicking it up a notch on the open road, make your drive your own. With driving profile selection, the Polo GTI is perfectly attuned to you. Simply tap the required driving profile to automatically adapt the engine, steering, and even the gearshift for the right drive every time.
- Eco: Fuel-efficient driving
- Normal: Everyday driving
- Sport: Faster mileage
- Customised: Your combination
Keeps your distance, and to speed limits.
Optional adaptive cruise control (ACC)1 can help you keep within your pre-set maximum speed (up to 210 km/h) and maintain your distance to the vehicle in front. It also helps your Polo to automatically stop and start moving in traffic jams (if the DSG automatic gearbox option is installed).
1 Part of the Safety Package
Design
A guiding light
The innovative IQ.LIGHT matrix LED headlights gives you the capabilities to light the way with confidence. Its matrix technology allows you to drive with the main beam permanently switched on without dazzling other road users. The Polo comes with optional LED tail light clusters with animated brake light and integrated dynamic turn signal that indicates direction.
1. Comes as standard in the Polo GTI
The look of confidence
With its compact dimensions and fresh new chassis design, the Polo exudes personality from first glance. Its most striking feature? The redesigned front with optional LED light strip and IQ.LIGHT Matrix LED headlights between the headlamps. However, on closer inspection, the large selection of colour finishes and range of quality features of the Polo, Polo Life, Polo GTI and Polo R-Line packages are what puts it ahead of the game. Optional features include decorative chrome highlights, dashboard and trim options as well as IQ.DRIVE features and sound system selections.
Fully equipped with all your favourites
The Polo has a wide variety of interior and exterior features that will take your breath away. These include the driver-friendly Digital Cockpit, Climatronic Touch aircon system, Composition Media Radio and App-Connect. As well as IQ.DRIVE features that make your driving smarter, like Travel Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Front Assist and Park Assist. Plus enjoy extras that let you light the way with confidence, including IQ.LIGHT with Dynamic Light Assist, animated indicator and a range of interior ambient lighting options.
These features are available as standard or optional across the Polo models. Browse our Polo, Polo Life, Polo R-Line and Polo GTI ranges now.
Open to new horizons
The striking optional electric panoramic sunroof makes every drive an adventure. Spanning the full width of the roof, it doesn’t just add to the premium feel of the car, it also offers a beautiful clear view of the sky above. The roof can be adjusted or fully opened and the tinted glass and high-quality roller blind always ensure that the interior remains at a comfortable temperature.
IQ.DRIVE
Keeps you to your lane, and keeps others at a distance.
The Polo includes a capacitive steering wheel when you opt for Travel Assist1: thanks to a touch-sensitive surface, it can detect whether you physically have your hands on the wheel. Travel Assist puts the comfort into driving by providing assistance in monotonous and tiring situations2. Travel Assist also helps keep you in lane and maintain your speed while taking into account the distance from vehicles in front, especially on motorways and major roads2.
1 Part of the optional IQ.DRIVE package
2 Within system limits. The driver must be prepared at all times to override the assistance system. These systems do not absolve drivers of their responsibility to drive with due care and attention.
Driving into a parking space made easy
The Polo with optional Park Assist1 including parking distance warning system not only tells you whether a parking space is large enough when driving past, but can also drive into it for you2. You control the clutch, accelerator, and brake, and observe your surroundings,2 and the system does the rest.
- Sensors scan suitable parking spaces (up to a maximum of 40 km/h).
- Parallel parking spaces must have one vehicle length plus 80 cm manoeuvring distance for parking, and at least 25 cm in front of and behind the vehicle for driving out of a parking space.
- Parking bays must have at least 35 cm clearance on both sides.
1 Part of the Comfort Park Package which is available as an option on Life, Polo Life DSG, Polo R-Line and Polo GTI.
2 Within system limits. The driver must be prepared at all times to override the assistance system. These systems do not absolve drivers of their responsibility to drive with due care and attention.