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 BHP
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- 39.8 - 64.2 mpg
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- 923 - 1,036 kg
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- 245 - 975 L
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 BHP 1 L Inline 4 petrol engine all the way to a 123 BHP 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 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 122 BHP/Tonne 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 245-975 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 800 kg.
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