1981-1994 Polo OverviewVolkswagen Polo Overview (1981 - 1994)
Mk2
Tech Specs Summary
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- 84 - 122 mph
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- 8.6 - 21.2 seconds
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- 39 - 114 hp
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- 32.2 - 44.4 mpg
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- 1,543 - 1,830 lbs
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- 10.6 - 37.8 ft3 (Coupé)
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- 8.5 - 36.4 ft3 (Wagon)
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- 8.5 ft3 (Hatchback)
This generation of the Volkswagen Polo (Mk2) was produced by the German manufacturer Volkswagen between 1981 - 1994. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as a sedan, coupé, wagon or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 39 hp 1 L Inline 4 gasoline engine all the way to a 114 hp 1.3 L Inline 4 Supercharged gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Polo is the Volkswagen Polo G40 which scores 2.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 114 hp and a power/weight ratio of 16.05 lb/hp it has a top speed of 122 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.6 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volkswagen Polo G40 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 357 miles and can store 10.6-37.8 cubic feet of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 904 lbs and a braked towing capacity of 1,433 lbs.