Volkswagen Polo GTI (2013) price & specs
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Overview
The 2013 Volkswagen Polo GTI is a front-wheel drive, 3-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 3rd August 2012. The Volkswagen Polo is regarded as a Light Luxury built in South Africa with prices starting at $27,790 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Polo is powered by a 1.4L 4-cylinder engine that has 132 kW of power (at 6200 rpm) and 250 Nm of torque (at 2000 rpm) via a 7 SP MANUAL transmission. Volkswagen claims the Polo GTI uses 6.1L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 142g of CO2. It has a 45L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 738km per full tank
The Volkswagen Polo measures 1500mm (59.1 inches) in height, 4064mm (160.0 inches) in length, 1682mm (66.2 inches) in width with a 2465mm (97.0 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1215kg (2678.6 lbs) of unladen weight. The Polo GTI comes standard with 215/40 R17 front tyres and 215/40 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,064 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,682 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,500 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,465 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,600 mm |
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo & Supercharger
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 7.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 7.5
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 4.5
CO2 Level (Combined): 142
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 76.5
Engine (cc): 1390
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.4
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 75.6
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 11.9
Main Capacity (L): 45
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.9
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 738
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 459
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 16.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 46
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 39
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 18.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 53
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 44
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 13.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 37
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 31
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.1
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 6.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 229
Maximum Speed (mph): 142
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 180
Maximum Power (kW): 132
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Electronic
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Pq25
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 31.1
Rear Seat Down (L): 882
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 7.2
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 204
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10600
Front Track (in): 56.8
Front Track (mm): 1443
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.8
Overall Height (in): 59.1
Overall Height (mm): 1500
Overall Length (in): 160.0
Overall Length (mm): 4064
Overall Width (in): 66.2
Overall Width (mm): 1682
Rear Track (in): 56.5
Rear Track (mm): 1434
Wheelbase (in): 97.0
Wheelbase (mm): 2465
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.3
Front Headroom (mm): 974
Rear Headroom (in): 37.1
Rear Headroom (mm): 943
Front Hip Room (in): 56.4
Front Hip Room (mm): 1432
Rear Hip Room (in): 54.8
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1393
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front to Rear Sunroof Location: Front To Rear
Front to Rear Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front to Rear Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2205
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 530
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1168
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1215
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2679
Tare Weight (kg): 1189
Audio System
Brand Name: Manufacturer'S Own
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Media Type: CD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20100525
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: 2
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.2 Hatchback 5 Dr Lhd
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Front Head Protection: yes
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
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