The all-new Polo GTI is now open for ordering. It promises to be the fastest, sharpest and cleanest performance Polo yet produced, with an output of 180 PS at 6,200 rpm and 184 lbs ft of torque from 2,000 rpm. This allows the 1,269 kg Polo GTI to accelerate from rest to 62 mph in 6.9 seconds before reaching a top speed of 142 mph, yet it is still capable of delivering 47.9 mpg* on the combined cycle while emitting just 139 g/km of CO2*.
*official CO2 and fuel economy data is still subject to confirmation.
In brief
On sale now
Deliveries expected in July
1.4-litre TSI engine producing 180 PS and 184 lbs ft
7-speed DSG as standard
3dr from £18,275
5dr from £18,875
Technical details and specification
The TSI engine is linked to a compact seven-speed, twin-clutch DSG gearbox that channels drive through the front axle. In addition, the Polo GTI is fitted with the XDS differential, an electronic cross-axle traction control system for improved traction and handling, as on the Golf GTI and GTD. The XDS system is a functional extension of the electronic limited-slip differential (EDL) which is a part of the standard ESP system.
To sharpen responses, the Polo GTI is fitted with new springs and dampers that give it a 15 mm lower ride height than the conventional Polo.
Like its Golf GTI sibling, the Polo GTI features significant aesthetic changes. A new front bumper featuring a deep airdam is joined by a honeycombe grille complete with horizontal red strips and a simple GTI badge, and new headlight units with the option of LED running lights built in.
Further back, a subtle sill extension wraps around the lower edge of the body while at the back a new rear bumper features a small diffuser and a pair of chrome-tipped exhausts. The Polo badge is replaced by a simple ‘GTI’ badge.
Finally, a set of 17-inch wheels identical to those fitted to the Golf GTI are fitted along with a set of red brake calipers.
The changes continue inside the Polo GTI with new dials, a new, flat-bottomed GTI steering wheel complete with small gearshift paddles and contrasting red stitching, aluminium pedals and new, heavily bolstered front seats finished in tartan trim. Subtle gloss black trim covers the centre console while the headlining is also finished in black.
Exterior Interior
17-inch Monza alloy wheels
GTI styling pack - uniquely shaped front and rear bumpers with honeycomb front air intake
Sports suspension (lowered by 15mm)
Rear spoiler in body colour
Red brake calipers
Red radiator grille louvres Front sports seats
Leather-trimmed GTI steering wheel
Aluminium pedals
Carpet mats with red edging
RCD 310 radio
Multi-device interface (MDI)
Alarm
Technical
XDS electronic differential lock for improved traction and handling
Colours and upholstery
The new Polo GTI is available in five colours
B4 Candy White (Non Metallic)
A1 Black ( Non Metallic)
D8 Flash Red (Non Metallic)
8E Reflex Silver (Metallic)
P6 Shadow Blue (Metallic)
Deep Black (Pearl)
The Polo GTI comes with front sport seats that are upholstered in Jacara cloth - the same as that featured on the Golf GTI.
Pricing
The new Polo GTI will be priced at £18,275 OTR for the 3 door model and at £18,875 OTR for the five door model.
Basic VAT RRP OTR*
Polo GTI 1.4 TSI 7spd DSG 3dr
£18,275
Polo GTI 1.4 TSI 7spd DSG 5dr
£18,875
*subject to confirmation of official CO2 data which affects VED banding.
Technical details
The Polo GTI is powered by a 1.4-litre supercharged TSl engine developing an amazing 180PS. This new engine generates its maximum torque of250 Nm between 2,000-4500rpm. The engine accelerates the Polo GTI to 62mph in just 6.9 seconds – the same as the Golf GTI. Top speed is 142mph.
Approved fuel consumption data is not currently available, but will be added to the volkswagen.co.uk website when it becomes available.
Timing
All Polo GTI models will be produced in Pamplona, Spain. Production starts in week 22 with initial deliveries expected in July.
Option restrictions and other information
There are a number of option restrictions on the Polo GTI:
Alternative wheels cannot be specified
Alcantara upholstery cannot be specified
The variable load floor that is featured in the luggage compartment of the Polo Moda, SE and SEL is not available on the Polo GTI.
