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  • Report: VW working on Polo-based coupe

    Report: VW working on Polo-based coupe May 28th, 2009 ByAlex Kaufmann Alex Kaufmann, Author, May 28th, 2009 Alex Kaufmann 2 Comments

    Report: VW working on Polo-based coupe Volkswagen may already be in the midst of preparing a new three-door version of its 2010 Polo hatchback, but a rumored coupe version due late next year promises to be even more attractive. The car would slot into VW’s lineup as a smaller sibling to the Scirocco coupe, with which it will share most of its styling, and there may even be some influence from the recently revealed Bluesport roadster concept.

    As a more aggressive variant to the Polo family, as well as a stepping stone to the higher-spec Scirocco, the Polo coupe will be getting the carmaker's impressive 1.4L supercharged and turbocharged engine. According to AutoExpress,... Volkswagen may already be in the midst of preparing a new three-door version of its 2010 Polo hatchback, but a rumored coupe version due late next year promises to be even more attractive. The car would slot into VW’s lineup as a smaller sibling to the Scirocco coupe, with which it will share most of its styling, and there may even be some influence from the recently revealed Bluesport roadster concept. As a more aggressive variant to the Polo family, as well as a stepping stone to the higher-spec Scirocco, the Polo coupe will be getting the carmaker's impressive 1.4L supercharged and turbocharged engine. According to AutoExpress, the compact engine will be churning out close to 180hp (140kW) in the Polo coupe, and this should provide for some spirited performance, especially when matched with VW’s new 7-speed DSG. This same engine will also appear in the Polo GTI, which was recently previewed in concept form at the 2009 Worthersee tuner show. Throwing in a new Polo coupe into the current VW lineup may make the Polo range look a little cluttered, especially with the new three-door coming soon, but the coupe’s alternate styling should see it popular with those who don't want to upgrade to the Scirocco but still want more performance and aggressiveness than the regular Polo GTI.2010 Volkswagen Polo 3-door renderings2010 Volkswagen Polo Read More

  • Volkswagen reveals smaller engines for Golf and Polo range at Vienna Motor Symposium

    Volkswagen reveals smaller engines for Golf and Polo range at Vienna Motor Symposium May 12th, 2009 ByAlex Kaufmann Alex Kaufmann, Author, May 12th, 2009 Alex Kaufmann 1 Comment

    Volkswagen reveals smaller engines for Golf and Polo range at Vienna Motor Symposium While the horsepower wars may or may not be over, the efficiency wars are just shifting into high gear, with every carmaker on the planet searching for ways to get more power for less fuel. Volkswagen is well-positioned to break new ground in the segment, and it has unveiled a pair of new engines at this year's Vienna Motor Symposium.

    Based around VW's proven TSI and TDI technologies, the 1.2L petrol and 1.6L diesel engines promise to deliver the driving experience of bigger engines while drinking less at the pump - and without the expense and complication of a hybrid drive system.

    "The potential of internal combustion engines is far from... While the horsepower wars may or may not be over, the efficiency wars are just shifting into high gear, with every carmaker on the planet searching for ways to get more power for less fuel. Volkswagen is well-positioned to break new ground in the segment, and it has unveiled a pair of new engines at this year's Vienna Motor Symposium. Based around VW's proven TSI and TDI technologies, the 1.2L petrol and 1.6L diesel engines promise to deliver the driving experience of bigger engines while drinking less at the pump - and without the expense and complication of a hybrid drive system. "The potential of internal combustion engines is far from exhausted," said Dr Jens Hadler, VW's head of engine development. Both engines are slated to slot into the new Golf and Polo. The 1.2L turbo petrol unit generates 105hp (78kW) while its bigger brother, the 1.6L TDI comes in 90hp and 105hp (67kW and 78kW) flavors for the Golf and a 75hp (56kW) variant that's limited to the Polo only, all while meeting the EU's Bin 5 emissions standards. The 1.2L engine is modeled on VW's award-winning 1.4L TSI unit. Either engine can be combined with VW's six-speed manual or its slick-shifting seven-speed DSG dual-clutch unit. The 1.2L engine generates a healthy 129lb-ft of torque from 1,500rpm, meaning it should prove peppy enough in the small Polo and Golf. VW says the 1.6L TDI's modular design makes it the basis for all future four-cylinder diesels from the company. Both engines will be available in both the Polo and Golf later this year. Read More

  • Preview: 2010 Volkswagen Polo three-door

    Preview: 2010 Volkswagen Polo three-door April 1st, 2009 ByKenneth Hall Kenneth Hall, Author, April 1st, 2009 Kenneth Hall 9 Comments

    Preview: 2010 Volkswagen Polo three-door Volkswagen’s new Polo hatch is due to go on sale in the middle of the year as a 2010 model and was first revealed last month at the Geneva Motor Show in five-door trim. We can now get a look at the sportier three-door variant due later this year thanks to these latest computer generated renderings. As expected, the three-door will share the same basic shape as the bigger five-door but will ride on a slightly shorter wheelbase.

    The engine lineup should mirror that of the five-door model, which means a total of seven powertrains will be available. Mated to a new 7-speed DSG dual-clutch gearbox, the new Polo is considerably more... Volkswagen’s new Polo hatch is due to go on sale in the middle of the year as a 2010 model and was first revealed last month at the Geneva Motor Show in five-door trim. We can now get a look at the sportier three-door variant due later this year thanks to these latest computer generated renderings. As expected, the three-door will share the same basic shape as the bigger five-door but will ride on a slightly shorter wheelbase. The engine lineup should mirror that of the five-door model, which means a total of seven powertrains will be available. Mated to a new 7-speed DSG dual-clutch gearbox, the new Polo is considerably more efficient than the outgoing car. The petrol range will kick off with a 1.2L TSI generating 103hp (77kW), and a total of three new TDI variants will be available, including a 1.6L unit cranking out 88hp (66kW). New to the model family will be a BlueMotion option with regenerative braking technology and electronically controlled components, though this won’t arrive until sometime next year. A performance GTI model is expected as well, possibly featuring VW’s brilliant 170hp (125kW) 1.4L TSI engine. The next-generation Polo, positioned just below the Golf in VW's lineup, could come to the U.S. by 2011 if greenlighted for American sale. Previous reports peg VW building North American versions of the Polo at its plant in Pueblo, Mexico, which has advantages both logistically and financially. VW is keen to triple its U.S. sales to 800,000 units by the end of the decade and plans to launch two new sedan models designed specifically for the American market and to be built at the company’s new plant Chattanooga, Tennessee. The addition of smaller models like the Golf and Polo will only help VW attain this goal quicker.2010 Volkswagen Polo 3-door renderings2010 Volkswagen Polo Read More

  • Preview: Volkswagen Polo GTI

    Preview: Volkswagen Polo GTI April 1st, 2009 ByKenneth Hall Kenneth Hall, Author, April 1st, 2009 Kenneth Hall 5 Comments

    Preview: Volkswagen Polo GTI Volkswagen's next-generation Polo supermini will be getting a GTI performance variant, much like the current model as well as its larger VW Golf sibling. As expected, the Polo GTI will be getting VW’s economical 1.4L forced induction engine, which uses both a supercharger and a turbocharger to boost power but keep fuel consumption and dead spots in the torque range to a minimum. Applied in the Polo GTI, the 1.4L mill should be producing almost 180hp (134kW) and around 111lb-ft (150Nm) of torque.

    The car will also be available with a quick-shifting 7-speed DSG dual-clutch transmission or a 6-speed manual for those who like to switch... Volkswagen's next-generation Polo supermini will be getting a GTI performance variant, much like the current model as well as its larger VW Golf sibling. As expected, the Polo GTI will be getting VW’s economical 1.4L forced induction engine, which uses both a supercharger and a turbocharger to boost power but keep fuel consumption and dead spots in the torque range to a minimum. Applied in the Polo GTI, the 1.4L mill should be producing almost 180hp (134kW) and around 111lb-ft (150Nm) of torque. The car will also be available with a quick-shifting 7-speed DSG dual-clutch transmission or a 6-speed manual for those who like to switch their own cogs. With the DSG, the Polo GTI should be capable of hitting 60mph in the high 6-second range and go on to a top speed of around 140mph, reports AutoExpress. The VW Polo GTI will also get a number of exterior features to distinguish it from regular Polo models, as revealed by this computer generated rendering. This includes the black and red honeycomb grille seen on the Golf GTI, an assortment of GTI badges, larger wheel arches and handsome alloy wheels. There will also be larger air intakes up front to feed the 1.4L engine, and a bodykit along with a small roof spoiler that will help the compact hatch maintain a sporty look from any angle. Inside, sportiness will continue to be a key theme to the car thanks to a pair of bucket seats, aluminum pedals and higher quality interior materials than other VW models. Expect to see the car launch several months after the introduction of the standard 2010 Polo in the middle of the year.2010 Volkswagen Polo2010 Volkswagen Polo GTI preview Read More

  • VW will sell sedan and hatch versions of Polo compact in U.S.

    VW will sell sedan and hatch versions of Polo compact in U.S. March 16th, 2009 ByRalph Hanson Ralph Hanson, Author, March 16th, 2009 Ralph Hanson 15 Comments

    VW will sell sedan and hatch versions of Polo compact in U.S. The small-car surge in the U.S. was cut short last year when once-high fuel prices dropped as suddenly as they'd risen, but the future of the market seems clear: prices will rise again, and small cars will be the best solution. To that end, Volkswagen is planning to bring its 2010 Polo compact car to the U.S. but the story is not so simple.

    The Polo sold in the U.S. will be different to the one unveiled earlier this month at the Geneva Motor Show. Firstly, a new sedan model will be offered, while the regular hatch will also grow in size to suit American tastes. The size difference is due to greater height and a longer wheelbase than other... The small-car surge in the U.S. was cut short last year when once-high fuel prices dropped as suddenly as they'd risen, but the future of the market seems clear: prices will rise again, and small cars will be the best solution. To that end, Volkswagen is planning to bring its 2010 Polo compact car to the U.S. but the story is not so simple. The Polo sold in the U.S. will be different to the one unveiled earlier this month at the Geneva Motor Show. Firstly, a new sedan model will be offered, while the regular hatch will also grow in size to suit American tastes. The size difference is due to greater height and a longer wheelbase than other versions of the Polo, said VW’s American boss Stefan Jacoby during a recent interview with Automotive News. It will be a "cross between a compact minivan and a hatchback," Jacoby explained, something like the Honda Fit. Pricing is expected to be around the $14,000 and to maximise profits the American versions will be produced in Mexico. While an actual launch date hasn’t been pencilled in, production will most likely start in 2011. VW's current smallest car in the U.S. is the Rabbit (Golf to the rest of the world), which sits around the middle of the carmaker’s global range. The smaller Polo could offer even smaller and more efficient engines, which could also help bring a new premium entry to the small car market while at the same time help VW meet tougher CAFE standards.2010 Volkswagen Polo 3-door renderings2010 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback Read More

  • Volkswagen shows off 71mpg Polo BlueMotion concept car

    Volkswagen shows off 71mpg Polo BlueMotion concept car March 3rd, 2009 By Viknesh Vijayenthiran Viknesh Vijayenthiran, Author, March 3rd, 2009 Viknesh Vijayenthiran 3 Comments

    Volkswagen shows off 71mpg Polo BlueMotion concept car Volkswagen is set to expand its BlueMotion range of fuel misers with the launch of a new version based on the recently revealed fifth-generation Polo hatchback. While the Polo BlueMotion isn’t due to hit the streets until next year, a concept version of the car has made an appearance at today’s Geneva Motor Show.

    If the concept’s initial mileage figures are anything to go by, VW may just have its hands on one of the world’s most fuel efficient five door hatchbacks. The Polo BlueMotion concept has a claimed fuel economy figure of 71mpg (3.3L/100km) – blasting the 60mpg (3.9L/100km) 2009 model completely out of... Volkswagen is set to expand its BlueMotion range of fuel misers with the launch of a new version based on the recently revealed fifth-generation Polo hatchback. While the Polo BlueMotion isn’t due to hit the streets until next year, a concept version of the car has made an appearance at today’s Geneva Motor Show. If the concept’s initial mileage figures are anything to go by, VW may just have its hands on one of the world’s most fuel efficient five door hatchbacks. The Polo BlueMotion concept has a claimed fuel economy figure of 71mpg (3.3L/100km) – blasting the 60mpg (3.9L/100km) 2009 model completely out of the water. The key to its miserly ways is a brand new 1.2L TDI engine that reduces the Polo’s CO2 emissions to just 87g/km. Development work on the 1.2L TDI powertrain is yet to be completed but the head engineer of the project, Dr. Hackenberg, insists that it will be ready by February of next year. Other systems that help to the car save fuel include an automatic engine start-stop system and regenerative brakes. These two technologies alone reduce fuel consumption of the 75hp (55kW) three-cylinder direct-injection diesel by up to 0.2L per 100km. But that is not all that is being done. On the Polo BlueMotion concept car, which weighs in at just 1,080 kilograms, VW is calling upon an entire array of efficiency measures, including an aerodynamic package for the body that is lowered by 10mm (including modified front end), an aerodynamically optimized underbody and low rolling resistance tires on 15in alloy wheels. Altogether, these modifications yield fuel savings totaling 0.8L/100km and has lowered CO2 emissions by about 20%. Other features being presented on the Polo BlueMotion concept car include a custom interior and a splay for indicating optimal shift times and tire pressure.2010 Volkswagen Polo2009 Volkswagen Polo BlueMotion Concept Car Read More

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