Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999
The Polo nameplate had been around ever since 1975 and was sold worldwide in a hatchback, sedan or estate version.
The third generation Polo or the Mark III was unveiled to the public in 1994 and was a completely new model built on an all-new platform shared with the Seat Ibiza. Thew new platform used the previous generation’s floorpan and many other mechanical parts.
While the then-new Polo had a similar dashboard, as well as the same powertrain options as the Ibiza, the two never shared any body panels.
For 1995, the Polo could be equipped with an all-new 1.0-liter gasoline engine that was added to the range. Other engines available were a 1.3-liter, a 1.4-liter, a 1.6-liter all gasoline and a 1.9-liter diesel unit. Power ranged between 44 hp developed by the 1.0-liter unit to 99 hp with the Classic and Variant models.
At first, the Polo was available as a three-door or a five-door hatchback, however, the sedan and the estate versions was later introduced.
Much better equipped than its predecessor, the new Polo featured body color bumpers, heated power mirrors, pollen filters, central locking, fog lights, alloy wheels, airbags and head restrains.
Four trim levels were available at first, the base L, the CL, the GL and the range topping GLX. However, the trim levels were different depending on the market.
The third generation Polo was later replaced at the end of 2001, however, the saloon and the estate models were kept in production until 2003.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.0L 5MT FWD (45 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1043 cm3 |
Power: | 33 KW @ 5200 RPM 45 HP @ 5200 RPM 44 BHP @ 5200 RPM |
Torque: | 56 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM 76 Nm @ 2800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Monopoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 90.1 mph (145 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 21.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 155/70 R13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 146.5 in (3721 mm) |
Width: | 65.4 in (1661 mm) |
Height: | 55.9 in (1420 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 53.9/55.1 in (1,369/1,400 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 94.5 in (2400 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.1 in (104 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8.7 cuFT (246 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1873.9 lbs (850 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3031.4 lbs (1375 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 157 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.3L 5MT FWD (55 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1296 cm3 |
Power: | 40 KW @ 5200 RPM 54 HP @ 5200 RPM 54 BHP @ 5200 RPM |
Torque: | 74 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM 100 Nm @ 2800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Monopoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 96.9 mph (156 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 16.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/65 R13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 146.5 in (3721 mm) |
Width: | 65.4 in (1661 mm) |
Height: | 55.9 in (1420 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 53.9/55.1 in (1,369/1,400 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 94.5 in (2400 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.1 in (104 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8.7 cuFT (246 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1873.9 lbs (850 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3031.4 lbs (1375 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 155 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 5MT FWD (60 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1390 cm3 |
Power: | 44 KW @ 4700 RPM 60 HP @ 4700 RPM 59 BHP @ 4700 RPM |
Torque: | 86 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM 116 Nm @ 2800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 99.4 mph (160 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/65 R13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 146.5 in (3721 mm) |
Width: | 65.4 in (1661 mm) |
Height: | 55.9 in (1420 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 53.9/55.1 in (1,369/1,400 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 94.5 in (2400 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.1 in (104 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8.7 cuFT (246 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1951.1 lbs (885 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3086.5 lbs (1400 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 26.4 mpg US (8.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 151 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 5MT FWD (100 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1390 cm3 |
Power: | 74 KW @ 6000 RPM 101 HP @ 6000 RPM 99 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 94 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 128 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 116.8 mph (188 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/55 HR14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 146.5 in (3721 mm) |
Width: | 65.4 in (1661 mm) |
Height: | 55.9 in (1420 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 53.9/55.1 in (1,369/1,400 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 94.5 in (2400 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.1 in (104 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8.7 cuFT (246 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2039.3 lbs (925 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3196.7 lbs (1450 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 24.5 mpg US (9.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 43.6 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 166 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 5MT FWD (75 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1598 cm3 |
Power: | 55 KW @ 5200 RPM 75 HP @ 5200 RPM 74 BHP @ 5200 RPM |
Torque: | 94 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM 128 Nm @ 2800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Monopoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 106.8 mph (172 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/65 TR13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 146.5 in (3721 mm) |
Width: | 65.4 in (1661 mm) |
Height: | 55.9 in (1420 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 53.9/55.1 in (1,369/1,400 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 94.5 in (2400 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.1 in (104 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8.7 cuFT (246 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2001.8 lbs (908 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3086.5 lbs (1400 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 167 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L D 5MT FWD (64 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1896 cm3 |
Power: | 47 KW @ 4400 RPM 64 HP @ 4400 RPM 63 BHP @ 4400 RPM |
Torque: | 92 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 124 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Indirect Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 99.4 mph (160 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 15.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/65 TR13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 146.5 in (3721 mm) |
Width: | 65.4 in (1661 mm) |
Height: | 55.9 in (1420 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 53.9/55.1 in (1,369/1,400 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 94.5 in (2400 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.1 in (104 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8.7 cuFT (246 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2061.3 lbs (935 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3163.6 lbs (1435 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 53.5 mpg US (4.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 42 mpg US (5.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 160 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L SDI 5MT FWD (64 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1896 cm3 |
Power: | 47 KW @ 4200 RPM 64 HP @ 4200 RPM 63 BHP @ 4200 RPM |
Torque: | 92 lb-ft @ 2200 RPM 124 Nm @ 2200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 99.4 mph (160 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 15.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/65 TR13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 146.5 in (3721 mm) |
Width: | 65.4 in (1661 mm) |
Height: | 55.9 in (1420 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 53.9/55.1 in (1,369/1,400 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 94.5 in (2400 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.1 in (104 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8.7 cuFT (246 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2061.3 lbs (935 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3163.6 lbs (1435 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 37.9 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 61.9 mpg US (3.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 50 mpg US (4.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 157 g/km |