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Volkswagen Polo BlueMotion Goes on Sale

2015 Volkswagen Polo BlueMotion is currently on sale in the United Kingdom with deliveries expected in March. This is the first-ever petrol version of the Polo BlueMotion. The greenest petrol engine in the range I the 1.0-litre BlueMotion TSI unit. It emits only 94 g/km of CO2 and has a fuel economy rating of 68.9 mpg on the combined cycle. The three-cylinder gasoline powerplant is connected to a five-speed manual gearbox.

It is capable of producing 95 horsepower (70 kW) between 5,000 and 5,500 rpm, and a maximum torque of 118 Nm (160 lb-ft) between 1,500 and 3,500 rpm. Usually great efficiency levels come at the expense of performance. This has nothing to do with the Polo BlueMotion, because it can reach a 100 km/h (62 mph) in 10.5 seconds on its way to a top speed of 119 mph.

Volkswagen‘s BlueMotion models are based on the S trim level and add even more equipment including a styling pack. The latter features uniquely shaped front and rear bumpers, radiator grille, side skirts and rear roof spoiler, body coloured door handles, body coloured door mirrors with integrated indicators, front fog lights and static cornering function and unique BlueMotion badging.

There is also an additional kit which adds 15-inch ‘Buenos Aires’ alloys with low rolling resistance tyres, aero body kit, multifunction leather steering wheel, alarm with remote central locking, air conditioning, a front centre armrest, Composition Media and infotainment system, cruise control and Volkswagen’s Driver Alert System.

If one has chosen this version of the Polo, then he or she will also get a Think Blue, Trainer which will give them hint and tips on how to drive in a more economical way.

There is also one more engine option which can power the car. This is the three-cylinder diesel 1.4-litre TDI BlueMotion unit which generates 75 horsepower (55 kW) and returns 91.1 mpg. It can also show-off with emissions of just 82 g/km of CO2.

As a standard, all Polo models come with a colour touchscreen, SD card reader, DAB radio and USB, AUX-in connections and height-adjustable driver’s seat.

Engine derivative	Gearbox	Body	Combined mpg	CO2 (g/km)	Price, (£)
1.0-litre TSI 95 hp	5-speed man	3-door	68.9	94	14,730.00
1.0-litre TSI 95 hp	5-speed man	5-door	68.9	94	15,360.00
1.4-litre TDI 75 hp	5-speed man	3-door	91.1	82	15,795.00
1.4-litre TDI 75 hp	5-speed man	5-door	91.1	82	16,425.00

Source: Volkswagen

December 30, 2014

2015 Volkswagen Polo GTI Facelift is Almost as Good as the Polo R WRC

2015 Volkswagen Polo GTI has just been announced and it is intended to be launched only for the European customers. The car is the fourth generation compact GTI and comes with an output of 192 hp (141 kW), which is 12 hp more than its predecessor. In addition, the vehicle is also going to be available with manual gearbox again. The top speed of the new Polo GTI is estimated at 236 km/h. Interestingly enough this makes it 7 km/h shorter of the 220 hp (162 kW) Polo R WRC.

The option of automatic dual clutch gearbox is also available. Both transmission variants accelerate the Polo GTI from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds. This is just 0.3 seconds more than the figure for the Polo R WRC.

In terms of fuel consumption the car shows 5.6 l/100 km and 129 g/km of CO2 emissions with the seven-speed DSG, and 6.0 litres and 139 g/km of CO2 with the six-speed manual variant. And here the Polo R WRC, which has a fuel consumption of 7.5 l/100 km is finally overtaken by the new Polo GTI.

The exterior of the facelifted Volkswagen car includes new bumpers, distinctively flared door sills, the GTI logo on the front wing and classic GTI insignia. LED headlights are available for the first time in the model.

The sporty appeal of the model is additionally improved by the set of new alloys that come in the size of 7.5×17 inches. Through them we see gleaming red brake callipers and standard sports suspension. At the back of the car we can’t pass the GTI roof spoiler, tail light clusters in ‘Dark Red’, the black grained diffuser and the chrome dual exhaust tailpipes.

GTI red accentuates the sporty design of the interior. For instance, the leather sports steering wheel has contrasting red stitching, as do the gear lever and handbrake lever, while the floor mats feature borders with red beading. The driver and occupants will enjoy height-adjustable heated sports seats with centre panels upholstered in exclusive ‘Clark’ cloth.

The infotainment systems offered here include Bluetooth audio streaming, a proximity sensor and two-finger map zooming in navigation mode. For the first time, Volkswagen is offering electronically adjustable dampers in the Polo GTI which are the core technology basis of the optional ‘Sport Select’ suspension.

Source: Volkswagen

November 27, 2014

Eibach Volkswagen Polo R WRC Offers Everyday Rally Experience

Eibach decided to make some changes to one of Volkswagen’s small and high-performance cars, the Polo R WRC. The model is one of the best VW has ever produced and it draws upon company’s successful rally experience. This derivative is the fastest Polo ever created and this is due to the Golf’s GTI’s 4-cylinder, 2.0-liter turbo petrol engine. The unit generates 220 horsepower (162 kW) and 348 Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque.

The power is sent to front wheels with the help of a short-shift six-speed manual transmission. The performance figures are the following: Polo R WRC can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in only 6.4 seconds under its way reaching a top speed of 243 km/h (151 mph); it can return 31.6 mpg (7.4 liters/100 km) and emit 174 g/km CO2.

By adding Eibach suspension components, the motorsport heritage of the vehicle has been further improved. This however does not affect the day to day character of the car. To be more precise, the tuners have added a Pro-Kit Performance Springs, which reduce the Polo‘s centre of gravity. This means that by doing so, the car now has a sportier stance with a more agile handling.

Next, the customization specialists included here Eibach Anti-Roll-Kit Performance Sway Bars. They come do minimize body roll and also enhance cornering stability. At last, the perfect look and assertive appearance of the model is ensured by the Pro-Spacer Wheel Spacers made of aluminum.

Source: Eibach

August 1, 2014

2014 Volkswagen Polo Gains New Engines And Technology

The facelifted 2014 Volkswagen Polo has been unveiled and it includes a range of new technologies and efficient engines, next to the interior and exterior refinements. The new technology equipment will be familiar to this found in the new Golf model, making an emphasis on safety, practicality, comfort and efficiency.

For instance, the new Polos will be equipped as standard with an Automatic Post-Collision Braking System that automatically brakes the car after a collision in order to minimize the kinetic energy and the chance of a second impact. Optional features here include Driver Alert System and Front Assist with City Emergency Braking and Automatic Cruise Control.

The Sport Select suspension system is also available as an option. It utilizes electronically controlled dampers to switch between two suspension settings, while the new electro-mechanical steering system enhances efficiency and delivers precise control.

The Polo range will also get Volkswagen’s modular infotainment system, which includes touchscreen system with proximity sensor and a function that reacts to wiping movements by the fingers.

More importantly however, is what lies under the bonnet of the 2014 Polo. There are bein introduced three- and four-cylinder petrol engines: two 1.0-litre MPI units, with 60 hp (44 kW) or 75 hp (55 kW) and two 1.2-litre four-cylinder TSI engines with 90 hp (66 kW) or 110 hp (80 kW).

The 1.4-litre TSI powertrain with cylinder deactivation (ACT) has been refined and now delivers more power – 150 hp (110 kW). The range-topping Polo GTI will be introduced on the market in 2015.

Furthermore, the diesel-powered Polo BlueMotion will be replaced with petrol-powered Polo BlueMotion TSI, which offers 68.9 mpg on the combined cycle and emits just 94 g/km of CO2 thanks to its turbocharged three-cylinder 1.0-litre engine. The latter generates 90 hp (66 kW). Diesel power can also be ensured by the two new three-cylinder 1.4-litre TDI units with 75 hp (55 kW) and 90 hp (66 kW).

There hasn’t been done much regarding the exterior. The lines on the redesigned front bumper and grille are more precise now and include a chrome line that divides the front fog lights. As an option, Volkswagen is offering LED headlights, while at the rear there are standard new lights and a new bumper. The Polo runs on five new alloy wheel designs that complete its visual stance.

At last, the interior enhancements include wholly redesigned instruments, a new steering wheel and refreshed centre console with new heating and ventilation controls. Full details and specifications about 2014 Volkswagen Polo will be announced in April. Deliveries are expected in late July.

Source: Volkswagen

January 28, 2014

ABT Volskwagen Polo R WRC

The Volkswagen Polo R WRC has already won the tough FIA-Rallye world championship with Sebastien Ogier, France, but now is time for the road version to get some additional performance.

The Rallye model has 315HP (232 kW) from the 1.6 liter TSI engine and ABT Polo R WRC is very close to this number boasting 290HP (213 kW). 0-100 km/h in less than 5.0 seconds and a top speed of 260 km/h (161 mph).

ABT Sportsline recommends the attractive DR alloy wheel in its standard 18” version to go with the Polo R WRC.

After all, in its street version the “WRC winner” is also a champion on motorways and A-roads.

Source: ABT

November 28, 2013

B&B Automobiltechnik Beef Up the Volkswagen Polo R WRC Street

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The Volkswagen Polo R WRC Street is, and there is no other way to put it, a rally car that can do grocery runs. It is truly an exceptional specimen that is limited to only 2500 units worldwide. The one you see here, however, is different from its brothers and sisters. B&B Automobiltechnik have taken up the job of creating something mad from an already mad thing.

Take its 2.0 TSI engine for example. It normally develops 220 hp which is already well above sensible (for an FWD car). The guys at B&B can buff that output up to 362, depending on which stage you want to draw the line. The first stage is a package of performance tweaks that includes ECU modifications and optimization of the air guides and suction paths. That’s how you get 310 hp and 450 Nm of torque. Stage two adds to that a larger front exhaust pipe and the charging air’s pressure gets increased by 0.25 bar – 326 hp and 457 Nm. To get to 362 hp and 510 Nm, stage three consists of a high-pressure fuel pump, a high-performance charging air cooler and a special oil-cooling system.

The suspension, on the other hand, can be treated with a height, compression and rebound-adjustable B&B coilover kit that’s supposed to be perfectly in tune with the VW Polo R WRC; and a set of 20/30 millimeter springs. Cough up a little bit more money and you can get the optional B&B front and rear axle stabilizers.

The final touches on the Polo R concern the exterior – an aerodynamic package brings the Street closer to its prototype, namely the Volkswagen Polo R WRC rally car. Oh, and don’t forget the wheels. We are talking 8×18 inch alloys with tires of 225/35R16 all around. Delicious.

Source: B&B Automobiltechnik

November 26, 2013

2013 Volkswagen Polo – Better Value for Money

Volkswagen now offers extra standard equipment on all Polo models for almost the same price. The manufacturer has also introduced the stylish yet economical Polo R-Line Style.

Some of the new extras for Polo BlueMotion and Polo Match include rear parking sensors, cruise control and an alarm with very small charge. Otherwise, the additional equipment has a value of £510, but the price for these models is increased by just £135 starting at £11,910 for the 1.2 litre 60HP 3-door model.

The SEL, R-Line, BlueGT and GTI models all now come with cruise control and rear parking sensors, without any increase in price.

The new Polo R-Line Style is also added to the range. It boasts the R-Line Style look, but with equipment and engines that make it even more accessible and prices starting from £11,740.

The R-Line body kit include a new front and rear bumpers, a bespoke radiator grille, and side skirts – body-coloured door handles and door mirrors, 16” Rivazza alloy wheels and a Bluetooth touch phone kit.

Check out the 2013 Volkswagen Polo del line-up and pricing, below!

Trim level	Engine derivative	CO₂, g/km	Combined mpg	Price, £ RRP OTR
S	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	10,490
S	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	11,235
S	1.2-litre 70 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	11,290
S	1.2-litre 70 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	11,910
S A/C	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	11,330
S A/C	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	11,950
S A/C	1.2-litre 70 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	12,005
S A/C	1.2-litre 70 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	12,625

R-Line Style	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	11,740
R-Line Style	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	12,360
R-Line Style	1.2-litre 70 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	12,615
R-Line Style	1.2-litre 70 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	13,235
R-Line Style A/C	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	12,455
R-Line Style A/C	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	13,075
R-Line Style A/C	1.2-litre 70 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	13,330
R-Line Style A/C	1.2-litre 70 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	13,950

Match Edition	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	11,910
Match Edition	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	12,530
Match Edition	1.2-litre 70 PS 5 spd 3 dr	128	51.4	12,785
Match Edition	1.2-litre 70 PS 5 spd 5dr	128	51.4	13,405
Match Edition	1.4-litre 85 PS 5spd 3dr	139	47.9	13,225
Match Edition	1.4-litre 85 PS 5spd 5dr	139	47.9	13,845
Match Edition	1.4-litre 85 PS DSG 3dr	134	48.7	14,485
Match Edition	1.4-litre 85 PS DSG 5dr	134	48.7	15,105
Match Edition	1.2-litre TDI 75 PS 5spd 3dr	102	72.4	14,130
Match Edition	1.2-litre TDI 75 PS 5spd 5dr	102	72.4	14,750

R-Line	1.2-litre TSI 105 PS 6spd 3dr	124	53.3	15,295
R-Line	1.2-litre TSI 105 PS 6spd 5dr	124	53.3	15,915

SEL	1.6-litre TDI 90 PS 5spd 3dr	112	65.7	16,120
SEL	1.6-litre TDI 90 PS 5spd 5dr	112	65.7	16,740
SEL	1.2-litre TSI 105 PS 6spd 3dr	124	53.3	15,675
SEL	1.2-litre TSI 105 PS 6spd 5dr	124	53.3	16,295

BlueMotion	1.2-litre TDI 75 PS 5spd 3dr	91	80.7	15,500
BlueMotion	1.2-litre TDI 75 PS 5spd 5dr	91	80.7	16,120

BlueGT	1.4-litre TSI ACT 140 PS 6spd 3dr	107	61.4	17,400
BlueGT	1.4-litre TSI ACT 140 PS 6spd 5dr	107	61.4	18,020
BlueGT	1.4-litre TSI 140 PS DSG 3dr	107	61.4	18,745
BlueGT	1.4-litre TSI 140PS TSI DSG 5dr	107	61.4	19,365

GTI	1.4-litre TSI 180 PS DSG 3dr	139	47.9	19,435
GTI	1.4-litre TSI 180 PS DSG 5dr	139	47.9	20,055

Source: Volkswagen

April 3, 2013

Volkswagen Polo GTI 6R Synergetic Effects – A Joint Venture Project

Volkswagen Polo GTI 6R Synergetic Effects is very interesting result of the work of collaboration of CFC® in Weilheim with CFC® StylingStation® Neuss, the firms MK-SoundStyle Neuss, AIV in Heilbronn and ASA-Wheels from Kaiserslautern. They all have established a sort of a joint venture which has an effect this one-of-a-kind Polo.

The CFC® StylingStation® Neuss has done all the work concerning the exterior. What it has done basically is to entirely foil the Volkswagen in a princess-style camouflage design. As you can see this camouflage creates a delicate mixture of the two pink tints of different intensity and the two relatively colorless primary hues.

The vehicle how ever is not girlish at all! The Polo 6R comes with screw-threaded AP chassis with improved dynamics and is equipped with the most exquisite combination of wheels and tires: TEC by ASA AS2 Max.-Pink wheel rims in 8×18 inches are equipped with the package of tires by Falken, in the dimensions of 215/35-18.

Volkswagen Polo GTI 6R Synergetic Effects

There are also included some carbon parts for which is responsible blackGold designs. Eventually, the rear bumper makes Polo GTI 6R a true “piece of art”.

The interior of the Polo was made by MK-SoundStyle and AI, which have taken care for the acoustic system. In the Polo is included full audio system Rainbow DL-C6.2 with 20-mm silk tweeters and a neodymium speaker driver.

The Rainbow Intelli Sub 8 AFE, a very flat 200-mm active subwoofer in the body equipped with High Level In and the auto-start function, is also featured. Under the driver’s seat one can find a stable aluminum die-cast body, as well as the woofer with 2 x 2 Ohm dual oscillating coil and a remote control.

Source: Miranda Media

June 12, 2012

Volskwagen Polo WRC Street at Wörthersee

It’s been a tradition for over 30 years now – a convention within the convention – The “GTI Meeting at Wörthersee”…. for Volkswagen people. This year a concept “warm” hatch is making an appearance – It’s the Polo WRC Street. And calling it warm is a massive understatement. Surely however, the GTI festival won’t be a party of one. Lot’s of other exciting appearances will be made as almost all of Europe rolls into Austria for the event.

Literally taken from the track and put on the streets, the Polo WRC Concept is due to become a reality in 2013. It’s mad looks contribute to it’s appeal – a rear spoiler, a diffuser, a sporty and lowered suspension and a bunch of R-WRC logos. It’s not exactly a real WRC car (it wouldn’t be road legal) but it is out there – we are talking 220 spine-snapping PS from a 2.0-liter TSI engine. Want one for sure.

What is the real deal however is the Polo R-WRC – a road-going prototype of the actual FIA World Rally Championship. It’s pretty serious about taking on its WRC rivals next year. At it’s core a 1.6 TSI engine pumps out the 300 PS (that’s the championship limit).

Other notable appearances at the GTI Meeting will be the Golf GTI Cabriolet – a 210 PS open-top with a DSG transmission as an option and an XDS electronic differential lock on the front axle.

If you happen to be there, be on the look out for a Volkswagen Golf “GTI Black Dynamic” design concept as well. It’s been styled by a bunch of young men and women for the… young men and women – black and red motives, a low ride, a 1,800 Watt sound system with nine speakers and subsequently hardly any space for luggage.

The last of the best would be a Golf GTI “White Concept” and as you might imagine, it is white in color. Inside however, again we get that Black Dynamic gene of red and black (it really is a classic this combo). Some contrasting stitches here and there, on the fine Nappa leather, GTI logos. It’s more of a visual feast than anything else.

Source: Volkswagen

May 17, 2012

Superchips ECU Volkswagen Polo GTI 1.4 TSI Twincharge

You might be not familiar with the fact that Superchips is the official Volkswagen Racing Tuning Partner in the United Kingdom for more than ten years now. For this reason the company has upgraded a model from the Polo Line-up, boosting its performance with ECU remap.

The result is the Superchips ECU Volkswagen Polo GTI 1.4 TSI Twincharge.

Being a standard Polo model, this VW delivers an excellent combination of light weight, small size and an economical, 1.4-litre, direct injection, petrol turbo / supercharged twincharge engine. More importantly this engine delivers the 180 hp (132 kW).

However, now this clasic Volkswagen Polo GTI 180PS 1.4 TSI Twincharge has better performance due to the exceptional tuning from the Superchips specialists.

In particular, the Buckingham based electronics experts have named this tuning package “ECU remap”. In general, the Superchips ECU remap gives the Volkswagen Polo GTI 1.4 TSI twincharge a healthy torque boosted from 2400 rpm upwards, which in addition now offers a maximum gain of 35Nm at 4315 rpm.

Hence, the performance of the tuned car is now sportier, considerably livelier than the standard model, and significantly more responsive to the throttle.

Superchips ECU Volkswagen Polo GTI 1.4 TSI Twincharge

Source: Superchips

April 10, 2012

2012 Volkswagen Polo R-Line

Volkswagen has introduced the new 2012 Polo R-Line. Polo R-Line will be offered in two different packages – the R-Line Exterior and the R-Line Plus.

The R-Line Exterior includes a complete exterior body kit including new R-line front and rear bumpers, fog lights, R-line side skirts, rear diffuser, chrome exhaust tips, R-line roof spoiler and LED license plate illumination. There are also 16” light alloy “Mallory” wheels as the 17” are optional and a black high-gloss grille.

The R-Line Exterior costs additional €1 450, if you have Polo Comfortline and €1 010, if you opted for Polo Highline.

The R-Line Plus comes with sport seats wrapped in leather and Alcantara. There are also leather steering wheel, R-line logo, sill plates with R-Line logo and aluminum pedals. The R-Line Plus package is priced at €855 on the Comfortline and €450 on the Highline model.

Source: Volkswagen

October 17, 2011

Volkswagen Polo BlueMotion at 2011 EcoVelocity

Volkswagen will exhibit several vehicles from the BlueMotion range at the 2011 EcoVelocity held from 8 to 11 September. The visitors will be encouraged by Volkswagen to “Think Blue”, as they get up close and personal with some of the company’s latest BlueMotion products, both on the stand and on the track.

The BlueMotion range includes Touareg Hybrid and Scirocco BlueMotion as well as the small Polo BlueMotion. Golf VI BlueMotion will also be at the event.

2012 Volkswagen Scirocco BlueMotion is powered by a 2.0-litre TDI 140 PS diesel engine. It comes with a Stop/Start system to save fuel when the vehicle is stationary, along with battery regeneration, which recovers energy which would otherwise be lost to recharge the battery.

The Touareg Hybrid combines a 3.0-litre V6 TSI engine and 47PS (34.3 kW) electric motor and can travel on electric drive alone at speeds of up to 50 km/h (31mph).

Golf BlueMotion can return up to 74.3 mpg on the combined cycle and emits just 99 g/km of CO2.

The new Polo BlueMotion comes with an advanced 1.2-litre TDI three-cylinder common rail diesel engine developing 75 PS (55 kW) and 180 Nm (133 lb-ft). 0 to 100 km/h in 13.9 seconds and a top speed of 171 km/h (107 mph). It achieves an impressive 80.7 mpg on the combined cycle. This grants the new Polo BlueMotion a theoretical range of over 800 miles on one tank of diesel.

2011 Volkswagen Polo BlueMotion is priced at £14 445 RRP on the road for the three-door, and £15 045 for the five-door model.

“We’re delighted to have Volkswagen at EcoVelocity as it is one of the game-changing brands that really started the movement towards no-compromise ultra-low carbon motoring. Its BlueMotion range set the industry benchmark and we look forward to getting a further insight into their ground-breaking technology at EcoVelocity in September.”, commented Giles Brown, EcoVelocity Director.

Source: Volkswagen

July 28, 2011

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