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 BHP
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- 38.7 - 53.3 mpg
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- 700 - 830 kg
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- 240 L (Hatchback)
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- 300 - 1,070 L (Coupé)
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- 240 - 1,030 L (Estate)
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 hatchback, coupé, saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 39 BHP 1 L Inline 4 petrol engine all the way to a 114 BHP 1.3 L Inline 4 Supercharged petrol 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 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 137 BHP/Tonne 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 300-1,070 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 410 kg and a braked towing capacity of 650 kg.