GOOD VW POLO

Exterior: I love it every time I see it. Shape is best in class. I can compare it with Beetle or Esteem only.

 

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort): Steering & seat position is such that I feel no fatigue even after a nonstop run of 150 km. (At times I have travelled from Mumbai to Pune nonstop.) Space is adequate for front as well as Rear seats. Boot is enough for a family of four.  Fifth person is ok on rear seat for a short run.

 

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox: Engine response at RPM below 2000 is a bit sluggish. Power band opens at 2700 RPM. Gear shifting is butter smooth. Till today, I have driven 5,800 km. There is no abnormality in engine sound. I normally get fuel economy of 15 KMPL in city- high way mix. But On Mumbai- Pune expressway, I got 24 KMPL. (I normally cruise at 100 km/hr.)

 

Ride Quality & Handling: I like driving fast. My Polo has touched 155 kmph. I think it should have gone to 170 but not more than that. In Mumbai- Pune express way ghat I take sharp turns at 70- 75 kmph; and touch 100- 110 on straight patches. In all situations, road grip is good; body roll is also nil.

 

Final Words: : In my Alto review I said “Can any authority suggest me a premium hatchback as reliable as Alto? (Its time to change car.)”-  FINALLY I GOT ONE FROM VOLKSWAGEN.

 

Areas of improvement:

Door speaker position need to be changed.

      Wipers can’t be taken out fully for cleaning, need a change in design.

      Spare wheel to be arranged upside down so that valve is up.  

 

 

Shape, Engineering, Brand name, aerodynamics.Front Door speakers’ position. Every time I enter or exit with a kick to the speaker. (So sorry)!!