1997 Volkswagen Polo
The new Volkswagen Polo is a Light Luxury offered in a 5D Hatchback body style. Available in Australia from $19,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $22,090 for the Base.
There is 1 variant of the Polo available in Australia.
The Volkswagen Polo is only available with an null motor that produces 55kW and 135Nm of torque. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 1997 Polo is offered with a 3 year, 60,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded
Body Types
Hatchback
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
Retail Price
Transmission
4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded
Body Types
Hatchback
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
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Volkswagen Polo
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
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Handling & Mechanics
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Safety & Security
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Available Variants
The Volkswagen Polo comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,715 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,655 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,100 mm |
| Load Capacity | 480 mm |
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Volkswagen Polo
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Volkswagen Polo is the Base that starts from $19,990.
See all Volkswagen Polo PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Polo is the Base that starts from $22,090.
See all Volkswagen Polo PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Polo is offered by the Base which can tow 800 kg
See all Volkswagen Polo towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Polo is the Base which measures 1655mm wide, 3715mm in length and sits 1420mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Polo is the Base which has 55kW of power from its 1.6L Multi-Point Injection engine.
The Volkswagen Polo is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Volkswagen Polo is the Base which weighs 1400 kg (kerb weight).
The Volkswagen Polo uses Unleaded.
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