It set benchmarks and even pioneered the compact hot hatch segment when it first debuted back in the 1990s. Is the 2015 Volkswagen Polo GTI a worthy evolution? And, more importantly, should you buy one over the range of competitive rivals that are out at the moment? The previous model […]
Volkswagen Polo GTI
2015 Volkswagen Polo GTI on sale in Australia from $27,490
Volkswagen Australia has announced specifications for the updated 2015 Polo GTI, which boasts fresh styling, a newly-developed 1.8-litre TSI engine, and an array of convenience and assistance systems. The newly-developed 1.8-litre TSI turbo engine produces an output of 141kW and 320Nm (DSG models limited to 250Nm), and can come equipped […]
2015 Volkswagen Polo GTI revealed, gets powerful 1.8T
The new 2015 Volkswagen Polo GTI has been unveiled, showcasing a new 1.8 engine, new technology, and a smartened up design inside and out. It’s regarded as one of the very best compact hot hatches around. And now it’s even more powerful than ever. The 2015 model gets a 1.8-litre […]
$30k, what to buy? Fiesta ST vs Veloster SR vs 86 vs Polo GTI
SPECS PACKAGE VERDICT If you’re planning to spend around $30,000 on a new driver’s car, the market has never been as tough as it is right now. There are a handful of highly-tempting, well-sorted propositions you need to consider. Today we’re going to take a look over the Ford Fiesta […]
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 […]
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.
Volkswagen Polo R production car to debut at Geneva
Volkswagen will unveil the all-new high performance Volkswagen Polo R at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show in March. This will be the company’s smallest super-hot hatch, at least before the Up! GT comes along later next year. Ulrich Hackenberg, Volkswagen head of research, recently confirmed the new model will debut […]
Volkswagen Polo WRC Street concept revealed at Worthersee
Volkswagen has unveiled two Polo concepts at the 31st GTI Meeting at Worthersee, Austria; the Volkswagen Polo WRC Street concept, which will spawn a production car, and the Polo R WRC rally car. The Volkswagen Polo WRC Street concept previews an upcoming special model which will hit the showrooms in […]