Volkswagen has committed to its future in the FIA World Rally Championship at least until the end of 2019. Their first appearance in the sport was with the Polo R WRC in 2013. Volkswagen’s WRC commitment was initially planned for just three years (2013-2015), however, the Polo R’s first year […]
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AWD Volkswagen Polo R on the way, similar spec to Audi S1
Volkswagen is set to launch a super-hot Polo R as a little brother to the cracking Golf R. The performance hatch will come with a similar running gear as seen in the Audi S1 quattro. Aside from the Audi S1, there are no other compact hatches on the market that […]
2015 Volksagen Polo GTI rumoured to offer 147kW
With the new Volkswagen Polo revealed just a few days ago, we’re all still waiting on details of the hot GTI version. Rumours are starting to circulate now pointing to some potential specifications. According to a recent report from paultang.org, specs have apparently passed through the hands of a dealer […]
New 2014 Volkswagen Polo revealed
In a bit of a surprise move, Volkswagen has taken the wraps of the new 2014 Volkswagen Polo. It showcases new technologies, improved efficiency, and some exterior styling updates. Only preliminary details have been revealed at this stage, however, the company says the new model will feature advanced systems that […]
Volkswagen Polo SUV/crossover on the way?
Volkswagen is set to jump on board the compact SUV bandwagon, offering a jumped up version of the Polo. A concept will reportedly be unveiled at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show in March. According to a recent Autobild report in Germany, Volkswagen is looking to introduce such a model in […]
2014 Volkswagen Polo spotted undisguised
Some images of the 2014 Volkswagen Polo facelift have surfaced online ahead of its 2014 Geneva Motor Show debut in March. The updated model receives only minor detail changes on the outside, but it is expected to showcase new engine options. The images, first published by auto.ifeng.com, show the car […]
VW Polo WRC in slow motion looks as graceful as ballet
The sport of rallying can be interpreted as the automotive equivalent of ballet. Cars dance between corners and leap over mounds and humps in an almost artistic manner. WRC’s YouTube channel has released a cool new video showcasing just how delicate and graceful the sport is when viewed in slow […]
2013 Volkswagen Polo GTI review (video)
Since its inauguration in the early 1990s, the Volkswagen Polo GTI has been the benchmark for pocket-sized sports cars. Let’s see if Vee-Dub still has the winning formula.