Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
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In 2001, Volkswagen introduced the fourth generation of its small-sized contender, the Polo. And it wasn't that small anymore.
The 2001 Polo was bigger than its predecessor. It was longer even than the first generation of its bigger sibling, the Volkswagen Golf. The increase in size and features made the little Polo a better alternative for other established compact-segment vehicles. Volkswagen installed a wide choice of safety features, which were not even available for other cars from Polo's segment.
From the front, the Polo resembled the look of the new, smallest, Volkswagen Lupo with four round headlamps at the front. A black grille took an imposing position between them and gave the car a friendly look. The designers stated that they design a car to look happy, so the potential customers will smile when they see it.
Inside, the Polo featured a long list of equipment types, either standard or from the options list. The air-conditioning unit was fitted as standard on the higher trim levels. There were a few options for the seats, starting with plain bucket seats and ending with a pair of sport-bucket ones for the Polo GT. The sportiest version, named GTI, was available only on the three-door version.
The small Polo came with an extensive list of available engines with power ranging between 55 to 115 hp.
VOLKSWAGEN Polo 3 Doors 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
6 gasoline engines
- 1.2L 12V 5MT FWD (65 HP)
- 1.2L 5MT FWD (55 HP)
- 1.4L 4AT FWD (75 HP)
- 1.4L 5MT FWD (100 HP)
- 1.4L 5MT FWD (75 HP)
- 1.4L FSI 5MT FWD (86 HP)
4 diesel engines
- 1.4L TDI 5MT FWD (80 HP)
- 1.9L SDI 5MT FWD (64 HP)
- 1.9L TDI 5MT FWD (101 HP)
- 1.9L TDI 6MT FWD (130 HP)
VOLKSWAGEN Polo 3 Doors
1.2L 12V 5MT FWD (65 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.2L 12V 5MT FWD (65 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L3 |
| Displacement: | 1198 cm3 |
| Power: | 47 KW @ 5400 RPM 64 HP @ 5400 RPM 63 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
| Torque: | 83 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM 112 Nm @ 3000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 100.7 mph (162 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | Manual, 5 Speed |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 165/70 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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| Length: | 153.5 in (3899 mm) |
| Width: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
| Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.7/55.9 in (1,440/1,420 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 8.8 cuFT (249 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2167.1 lbs (983 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3417.2 lbs (1550 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 142 g/km |
VOLKSWAGEN Polo 3 Doors
1.2L 5MT FWD (55 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.2L 5MT FWD (55 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L3 |
| Displacement: | 1198 cm3 |
| Power: | 40 KW @ 4750 RPM 54 HP @ 4750 RPM 54 BHP @ 4750 RPM |
| Torque: | 78 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM 106 Nm @ 3000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 94.4 mph (152 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 17.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 165/70 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 153.5 in (3899 mm) |
| Width: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
| Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.7/55.9 in (1,440/1,420 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 8.8 cuFT (249 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2138.5 lbs (970 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3373.1 lbs (1530 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 30.2 mpg US (7.8 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 49 mpg US (4.8 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 142 g/km |
VOLKSWAGEN Polo 3 Doors
1.4L 4AT FWD (75 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 4AT FWD (75 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1390 cm3 |
| Power: | 55.2 KW @ 5000 RPM 75 HP @ 5000 RPM 74 BHP @ 5000 RPM |
| Torque: | 93 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM 126 Nm @ 3800 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 104 mph (167 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 15.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 165/70 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 153.5 in (3899 mm) |
| Width: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
| Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.7/55.9 in (1,440/1,420 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 8.8 cuFT (249 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2116 lbs (960 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3285 lbs (1490 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 26.7 mpg US (8.8 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 154 g/km |
VOLKSWAGEN Polo 3 Doors
1.4L 5MT FWD (100 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 5MT FWD (100 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1390 cm3 |
| Power: | 74 KW @ 6000 RPM 101 HP @ 6000 RPM 99 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque: | 93 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 126 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 116.8 mph (188 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 185/60 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 153.5 in (3899 mm) |
| Width: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
| Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.7/55.9 in (1,440/1,420 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 8.8 cuFT (249 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2281.8 lbs (1035 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3461.3 lbs (1570 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 42.8 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 166 g/km |
VOLKSWAGEN Polo 3 Doors
1.4L 5MT FWD (75 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 5MT FWD (75 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1390 cm3 |
| Power: | 55.2 KW @ 5000 RPM 75 HP @ 5000 RPM 74 BHP @ 5000 RPM |
| Torque: | 93 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM 126 Nm @ 3800 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 106.9 mph (172 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 165/70 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 153.5 in (3899 mm) |
| Width: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
| Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.7/55.9 in (1,440/1,420 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 8.8 cuFT (249 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2189.2 lbs (993 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3439.2 lbs (1560 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 26.7 mpg US (8.8 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 154 g/km |
VOLKSWAGEN Polo 3 Doors
1.4L FSI 5MT FWD (86 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L FSI 5MT FWD (86 HP) | |
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| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1390 cm3 |
| Power: | 63 KW @ 5000 RPM 86 HP @ 5000 RPM 84 BHP @ 5000 RPM |
| Torque: | 96 lb-ft @ 3750 RPM 130 Nm @ 3750 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 110.6 mph (178 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 185/60 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 153.5 in (3899 mm) |
| Width: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
| Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.7/55.9 in (1,440/1,420 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 8.8 cuFT (249 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2220.1 lbs (1007 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3483.3 lbs (1580 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 50 mpg US (4.7 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 40.6 mpg US (5.8 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 139 g/km |
VOLKSWAGEN Polo 3 Doors
1.4L TDI 5MT FWD (80 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L TDI 5MT FWD (80 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L3 |
| Displacement: | 1422 cm3 |
| Power: | 58.8 KW @ 4000 RPM 80 HP @ 4000 RPM 79 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque: | 144 lb-ft @ 2200 RPM 195 Nm @ 2200 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Diesel |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 105.6 mph (170 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 13.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 165/70 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 153.5 in (3899 mm) |
| Width: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
| Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.7/55.9 in (1,440/1,420 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 8.8 cuFT (249 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2343.5 lbs (1063 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3615.6 lbs (1640 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 42 mpg US (5.6 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 58.8 mpg US (4 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 52.3 mpg US (4.5 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 122 g/km |
VOLKSWAGEN Polo 3 Doors
1.9L SDI 5MT FWD (64 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L SDI 5MT FWD (64 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1896 cm3 |
| Power: | 47 KW @ 4000 RPM 64 HP @ 4000 RPM 63 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque: | 92 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM 125 Nm @ 1600 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Diesel |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 99.4 mph (160 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 17 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 165/70 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 153.5 in (3899 mm) |
| Width: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
| Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.7/55.9 in (1,440/1,420 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 8.8 cuFT (249 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2332.5 lbs (1058 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3593.5 lbs (1630 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 37.9 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 60.3 mpg US (3.9 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 50 mpg US (4.7 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 127 g/km |
VOLKSWAGEN Polo 3 Doors
1.9L TDI 5MT FWD (101 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L TDI 5MT FWD (101 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1896 cm3 |
| Power: | 74 KW @ 4000 RPM 101 HP @ 4000 RPM 99 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque: | 177 lb-ft @ 1800 RPM 240 Nm @ 1800 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Diesel |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 116.8 mph (188 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 185/60 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 153.5 in (3899 mm) |
| Width: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
| Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.7/55.9 in (1,440/1,420 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 8.8 cuFT (249 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2403 lbs (1090 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3659.7 lbs (1660 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 58.8 mpg US (4 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 48 mpg US (4.9 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 132 g/km |
VOLKSWAGEN Polo 3 Doors
1.9L TDI 6MT FWD (130 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L TDI 6MT FWD (130 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1896 cm3 |
| Power: | 95.6 KW @ 4000 RPM 130 HP @ 4000 RPM 128 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque: | 229 lb-ft @ 1900 RPM 310 Nm @ 1900 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Diesel |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 128 mph (206 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 185/60 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 153.5 in (3899 mm) |
| Width: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
| Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 56.7/55.9 in (1,440/1,420 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 8.8 cuFT (249 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2458 lbs (1115 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3659.7 lbs (1660 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 57.4 mpg US (4.1 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 47 mpg US (5 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 132 g/km |