1994-2001 Polo OverviewVolkswagen Polo Overview (1994 - 2001)
Mk3
Tech Specs Summary
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- 90 - 127 mph
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- 8.7 - 21.4 seconds
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- 44 - 123 hp
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- 33.1 - 53.5 mpg
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- 2,035 - 2,284 lbs
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- 8.7 - 34.4 ft3
This generation of the Volkswagen Polo (Mk3) was produced by the German manufacturer Volkswagen between 1994 - 2001. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Hatchback and came with either 3 or 5 doors. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 44 hp 1 L Inline 4 gasoline engine all the way to a 123 hp 1.4 L Inline 3 Turbo diesel engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Polo is the Volkswagen Polo 1.6 16v GTI which scores 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 123 hp and a power/weight ratio of 18.1 lb/hp it has a top speed of 127 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.7 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volkswagen Polo 1.4 TDI is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 635 miles and can store 8.7-34.4 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,764 lbs.
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