2001 Volkswagen Polo
The 2001 Volkswagen Polo is a light Luxury. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $25,990 for the base variant and topping out at $33,490 for the GTi variant.
There are 2 variants of the Polo available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2000.
The 2001 Polo was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Volkswagen Polo include 1.4L in-line 4-cylinder (55kW/126Nm) and 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder (92kW/152Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

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Volkswagen Polo
Features & Specs
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Towing & Off-road Capacity
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Exterior & Dimensions
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Safety & Security
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Cost of Ownership
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,743 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,632 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,418 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,407 mm |
| Load Capacity | 456 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2001 Volkswagen Polo
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Volkswagen Polo is the base variant that starts from $25,990.
See all Volkswagen Polo PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Polo is the GTi variant that starts from $33,490.
See all Volkswagen Polo PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Polo is 800 kg shared by all variants.
See all Volkswagen Polo towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Polo is the base variant which measures 1632mm wide, 3743mm in length and sits 1418mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Polo is the GTi variant which has 92kW of power and 152nm of torque.
The Volkswagen Polo is built in Spain and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Volkswagen Polo is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1510 kg.
The Volkswagen Polo uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.