This was my second car. Graduating from Alto it was a 5-star experience.
Polo is truly an international car. In fact, i decided to buy it after I tried this in Japan and later in China.
Dealership experience was superb. In fact, it is a value for money car considering quality of material and features backed by solid German engineering.
Look: Best in its class but painting is best among all (up to 25 L car)
Build quality: Fantastic, no Japanese or Koreans can match it. ( I also drive a Honda city!)
Features: Germans are the innovator of all features. Features it offers in a 7 L model is even not there in a 13 L Honda City e.g. all auto windows with anti-pinch function, 15 step variable wiper speed.
Driving: Engine , 1.2 L petrol is good in terms of power. Easily reaces 140kmph without flooring the pedal. No downshifting during overtaking.
But a bit noisey with less mileage.
Gearbox: Very smooth and short throw, best in its class. But needs more shift in city.
Clutch: Heavy and therefore irritates sometimes in city driving
Stearing: Again best in its class. Precision and reponsive. Gives confidence even at 130.
Comfort: Good, rock-solid at high speed. But potholes create vibration inside the cabin, due to stiffer suspension.
Servicing: Slightly costlier than Maruty but durability is more. Quality is very good.
Overall an excellent choice for car lovers.