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  • 2014 Volkswagen CrossPolo, Polo BlueMotion and BlueGT

    Volkswagen is going to exhibit several models of the recently 2014 Polo Facelift at the Geneva Motor Show, next week.

    First is the small crossover called CrossPolo coming with a set of new 17” alloy wheels, covered lower areas of the bumpers, sills and the wheel arches. There are also silver inserts on the roof rails, mirror housings and both bumpers. 2014 Volkswagen CrossPolo also boasts a new steering wheel, better fabrics and different gear and parking brake lever.

    Second is the Polo TSI BlueMotion powered by a 1.0 liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine with 90HP (66 kW). It is able to return 57.3 mpg US or 68.9 mpg UK – a 4.1 liters / 100 km on combined cycle. The Polo TDI BlueMotion has a 1.4 liter three-cylinder diesel with 75HP (55 kW) – 75.8 mpg US or 91.1 mpg UK – just 3.1 liters / 100 km.

    Last, but not least is the Polo Blue GT (Polo GTI), which boasts lowered suspension (by 15mm) and 17” alloy wheels fitted with low-profile tires. There are also different bumpers, wide side sills and a rear spoiler above the tailgate. It is powered by a 1.4 liter TSI with 150HP (110 kW), which is 10HP more than before. It also has a spectacularly low fuel consumption – 4.8 liters / 100 km (48.9 mpg US or 58.8 mpg UK).

    2014 Volkswagen CrossPolo, Polo BlueMotion and BlueGT
    2014 Volkswagen CrossPolo, Polo BlueMotion and BlueGT
    2014 Volkswagen CrossPolo
    2014 Volkswagen Polo BlueGT
    2014 Volkswagen Polo BlueMotion

    Source: Volkswagen

  • 2013 Volkswagen Polo BlueGT: dynamic and efficient

    Volkswagen-Polo-BlueGT-thumb2013 Volkswagen Polo BlueGT has the potential to set new benchmarks. It combines the aspects of “dynamics” and “fuel efficiency” and hence creates unheard levels of fuel efficiency.

    The most important highlight in the new Polo is that it benefits from its TSI engine with active cylinder management (ACT). What it does is to basically shut off two of the engine’s four cylinders.

    The torque-friendly 1.4-litre TSI engine produces power output of 103 kW / 140 PS. However it still is able to deliver fuel consumption of just 4.6* l/100 km and has 107 g/km CO2 emissions. When the Polo BlueGT is equipped (optionally) with the optional 7-speed DSG transmission, then the fuel consumption is further reduced to the number of 4.5 l/100 km and 105 g/km CO2, respectively.

    Nevertheless, the BlueGT is so powerful that it has a top speed of 210 km/h, and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 7.9 seconds.

    The coexistence of efficiency and dynamic in one car is enabled by the systematic interplay of ACT, downsizing (reduced engine displacement plus direct injection and charging) and BlueMotion Technologies (Stop/Start system, battery regeneration, aerodynamic components).

    2013 Volkswagen Polo BlueGT
    2013 Volkswagen Polo BlueGT

    In addition, the new Volkswagen model is distinctive in terms of exterior and interior as well. Externally, the BlueGT is characterised by such features as new 17-inch aluminium wheels, a roof edge spoiler, modified bumpers (with diffuser on rear bumper), distinctive side sills and a 15 mm lower ride height.

    The interior of the car includes extended functional range of standard feature: multifunctional display, cruise control system, sport seats in front, ESP, front airbags, head/thorax airbags and electrohydraulic steering.

    2013 Volkswagen Polo BlueGT will be available at dealerships by the end of the year with a starting price of 19 650 euro.

    Volkswagen Polo BlueGT
    Volkswagen Polo BlueGT
    Volkswagen Polo BlueGT
    Volkswagen Polo BlueGT
    Volkswagen Polo BlueGT
    Volkswagen Polo BlueGT
    Volkswagen Polo BlueGT
    Volkswagen Polo BlueGT

    Source: Volkswagen