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Car Specifications2021 Volkswagen Polo
The 2021 Volkswagen Polo is a light Luxury. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $28,750 for the base variant and topping out at $40,990 for the GTI variant.
There are 3 variants of the Polo available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2018.
The 2021 Polo was offered with a 5 year, 150,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Volkswagen Polo include 1.0L in-line 3-cylinder turbo (70kW/175Nm), 1.0L in-line 3-cylinder turbo (85kW/200Nm) and 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (147kW/320Nm). Available with 7-speed automatic dual clutch sequential trans (dct) or 6-speed automatic dual clutch sequential trans (dct) transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $28,750 - $40,990†
- Transmission
- 6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Retail Price
- $28,750 - $40,990†
- Transmission
- 6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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Volkswagen Polo
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
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Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
Available Variants
The Volkswagen Polo comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being GTI.
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Towing & Off-Road Capability
Dimensions
inc mirror: 1,964 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,053 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,751 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 1,964 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,461 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,551 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,600 mm |
| Load Capacity | 485 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2021 Volkswagen Polo
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Volkswagen Polo is the base variant that starts from $28,750.
See all Volkswagen Polo PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Polo is the GTI variant that starts from $40,990.
See all Volkswagen Polo PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Polo is offered by the GTI variant which can tow 1200 kg.
See all Volkswagen Polo towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Polo is the base variant which measures 1751mm wide, 4053mm in length and sits 1461mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Polo is the GTI variant which has 147kW of power and 320nm of torque.
The Volkswagen Polo is built in Spain and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Volkswagen Polo is the GTI variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1780 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.
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