1997-2001 Polo Variant OverviewVolkswagen Polo Variant Overview (1997 - 2001)
1997 - 2001
Tech Specs Summary
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- 96 - 119 mph
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- 10.6 - 17.3 seconds
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- 59 - 108 BHP
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- 35.3 - 56.5 mpg
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- 1,073 - 1,220 kg
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- 390 - 1,250 L
The Volkswagen Polo Variant was produced by the German manufacturer Volkswagen between 1997 - 2001. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 59 BHP 1.4 L Inline 4 petrol engine to a 108 BHP 1.9 L Inline 4 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 Variant is the Volkswagen Polo Variant 1.4 16v which scores 1.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 74 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 69 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 104 mph and gets to 62 mph in 13.4 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volkswagen Polo Variant TDi 110 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 559 miles and can store 390-1,250 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,000 kg.