Diesel and petrol · 1997–2022

Volkswagen Polo

Fuel use, running costs and specs for the Volkswagen Polo. By the official figures, the 2022 uses 5.5 L/100km: 52 mpg UK, 43 mpg US.

Fuel use: 5.5 L/100km; 2022 official
UK mpg: 52 mpg
US mpg: 43 mpg
On a full tank: 733 km; 40 L tank

What a Polo costs to run

At today's average petrol prices, by its official fuel use.

Country	Average price today	Cost to drive	A typical year
New Zealand	$2.94/L petrol	$16.05 per 100 km	$1,766
Australia	$2.41/L petrol	$13.16 per 100 km	$1,461
United Kingdom	£1.74/L petrol	£15.32 per 100 miles	£1,073
United States	$4.35/gal petrol	$10.11 per 100 miles	$1,364

A typical year: New Zealand 11,000 km (Ministry of Transport's average for a light vehicle); Australia 11,100 km (ABS Survey of Motor Vehicle Use average); United Kingdom 11,265 km (DfT National Travel Survey average of about 7,000 miles); United States 21,726 km (FHWA average of about 13,500 miles). Real costs depend on how and where you drive. Work out a particular trip.

Sixth generation (AW), 2023

Specs for the 2023 Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life, 95 PS, 5-speed manual (UK); other versions differ a little.

About

Body: Hatchback
Size class: Small
Generation: Sixth generation (AW)
Seats: 5
Doors: 5
Drive: FWD

Size and weight

Length: 4,074 mm
Height: 1,451 mm
Kerb weight: 1,093 kg
Gross vehicle mass: 1,620 kg
Boot: 333 L
Boot, seats folded: 351 L

Engine

Engine: 1.0 L 3-cylinder turbo petrol
Engine size: 999 cc
Cylinders: 3
Aspiration: Turbo
Power: 70 kW
Torque: 175 Nm
Gearbox: 5-speed manual
Top speed: 187 km/h

Economy

CO₂: 118 g/km
Fuel tank: 40 L

Safety

Euro NCAP: ★★★★★
Euro NCAP tested: 2022
Airbags: 6
Auto emergency braking: Yes
ISOFIX points: 2

Ownership

Tyres: 185/65 R15

Features

Apple CarPlay: Yes
Android Auto: Yes
Adaptive cruise control: No

Mk6 (AW), 2018–2027

Specs for the 1.0 TSI hatchback; other versions differ a little.

About

Body: Hatchback
Size class: City
Generation: Mk6 (AW)
Built: 2018-2027
Seats: 5
Doors: 5
Drive: FWD

Size and weight

Length: 4,053 mm
Width: 1,751 mm
Height: 1,446 mm
Wheelbase: 2,564 mm
Kerb weight: 1,130 kg
Boot: 351 L

Engine

Engine: 1.0 L 3-cylinder turbo petrol
Engine size: 999 cc
Cylinders: 3
Aspiration: Turbo
Power: 70 kW
Torque: 175 Nm
Gearbox: 7-speed dual-clutch

Economy

Fuel use (combined): 5.4 L/100km
CO₂: 122 g/km
Fuel tank: 40 L
Minimum petrol: 95 RON

Safety

ANCAP: ★★★★★
ANCAP tested: 2017
Euro NCAP: ★★★★★
Euro NCAP tested: 2017
Airbags: 6
Auto emergency braking: Yes

Features

Apple CarPlay: Yes
Android Auto: Yes

Mk5 (6R/6C), 2010–2017

Specs for the 1.2 TSI hatchback; other versions differ a little.

About

Body: Hatchback
Size class: City
Generation: Mk5 (6R/6C)
Built: 2010-2017
Seats: 5
Doors: 5
Drive: FWD

Size and weight

Length: 4,014 mm
Width: 1,716 mm
Height: 1,461 mm
Wheelbase: 2,509 mm
Kerb weight: 1,139 kg
Boot: 317 L

Engine

Engine: 1.2 L 4-cylinder turbo petrol
Engine size: 1,098 cc
Cylinders: 4
Aspiration: Turbo
Power: 61 kW
Torque: 175 Nm
Gearbox: 7-speed dual-clutch

Economy

Fuel use (combined): 4.8 L/100km
CO₂: 124 g/km
Fuel tank: 42.5 L
Minimum petrol: 95 RON

Safety

ANCAP: ★★★★★
ANCAP tested: 2010
Euro NCAP: ★★★★★
Euro NCAP tested: 2009
Airbags: 6

6R, 2009–2017

Specs for the 1.6 TDI; other versions differ a little.

About

Body: Hatchback
Size class: Small
Generation: 6R
Built: 2009-2017
Seats: 5
Doors: 5
Drive: FWD

Size and weight

Length: 4,054 mm
Width: 1,750 mm
Height: 1,461 mm
Wheelbase: 2,548 mm
Kerb weight: 1,280 kg
Boot: 354 L

Engine

Engine: 1.6 L 4-cylinder turbo diesel
Engine size: 1,598 cc
Cylinders: 4
Aspiration: Turbo
Power: 64 kW
Torque: 240 Nm
Gearbox: 5-speed manual

Economy

Fuel use (combined): 3.7 L/100km
Fuel tank: 40 L

Safety

Euro NCAP: ★★★★★
Euro NCAP tested: 2009

Mk4 (9N), 2002–2009

Specs for the 1.4 hatchback; other versions differ a little.

About

Body: Hatchback
Size class: City
Generation: Mk4 (9N)
Built: 2002-2009
Seats: 5
Doors: 5
Drive: FWD

Size and weight

Length: 3,970 mm
Width: 1,681 mm
Height: 1,461 mm
Wheelbase: 2,469 mm
Kerb weight: 1,102 kg
Boot: 278 L

Engine

Engine: 1.4 L 4-cylinder petrol
Engine size: 1,198 cc
Cylinders: 4
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Power: 63 kW
Torque: 132 Nm
Gearbox: 5-speed manual

Economy

Fuel use (combined): 5.3 L/100km
CO₂: 155 g/km
Fuel tank: 45 L
Minimum petrol: 95 RON

Safety

Euro NCAP: ★★★★☆
Euro NCAP tested: 2002
Airbags: 4

Mk3 (6N2), 2000–2001

Specs for the 1.4 hatchback; other versions differ a little.

About

Body: Hatchback
Size class: City
Generation: Mk3 (6N2)
Built: 2000-2001
Seats: 5
Doors: 5
Drive: FWD

Size and weight

Length: 3,819 mm
Width: 1,641 mm
Height: 1,441 mm
Wheelbase: 2,436 mm
Kerb weight: 983 kg
Boot: 248 L

Engine

Engine: 1.4 L 4-cylinder petrol
Engine size: 1,198 cc
Cylinders: 4
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Power: 47 kW
Torque: 116 Nm
Gearbox: 5-speed manual

Economy

Fuel use (combined): 5.9 L/100km
Fuel tank: 45 L
Minimum petrol: 95 RON

Official figures by year

From the US EPA, the UK's DfT and NZTA, newest first.

Year	Fuel	Uses	UK	US	Range
2022	Petrol	5.5 L/100km	52 mpg	43 mpg	—
2021	Petrol	5.3 L/100km	53 mpg	44 mpg	—
2020	Petrol	5.2 L/100km	55 mpg	46 mpg	—
2019	Petrol	5.1 L/100km	56 mpg	46 mpg	—
2018	Petrol	5.0 L/100km	56 mpg	47 mpg	—
2017	Petrol	4.9 L/100km	58 mpg	48 mpg	—
2016	Petrol	4.9 L/100km	57 mpg	48 mpg	—
2015	Petrol	4.9 L/100km	58 mpg	48 mpg	—
2014	Petrol	5.2 L/100km	55 mpg	46 mpg	—
2013	Petrol	5.4 L/100km	53 mpg	44 mpg	—
2013	Diesel	3.4 L/100km	83 mpg	69 mpg	—
2012	Petrol	5.4 L/100km	52 mpg	44 mpg	—
2011	Petrol	5.4 L/100km	53 mpg	44 mpg	—
2011	Diesel	4.7 L/100km	60 mpg	50 mpg	—
2010	Petrol	5.5 L/100km	52 mpg	43 mpg	—
2010	Diesel	5.0 L/100km	56 mpg	47 mpg	—
2009	Petrol	6.8 L/100km	42 mpg	35 mpg	—
2009	Diesel	3.8 L/100km	74 mpg	62 mpg	—
2008	Petrol	7.3 L/100km	39 mpg	32 mpg	—
2008	Diesel	4.2 L/100km	67 mpg	56 mpg	—
2007	Petrol	7.2 L/100km	39 mpg	33 mpg	—
2007	Diesel	4.4 L/100km	65 mpg	54 mpg	—
2006	Petrol	7.3 L/100km	39 mpg	32 mpg	—
2006	Diesel	4.5 L/100km	63 mpg	52 mpg	—
2005	Petrol	7.3 L/100km	39 mpg	32 mpg	—
2001	Petrol	6.6 L/100km	43 mpg	36 mpg	—
2000	Petrol	7.2 L/100km	39 mpg	33 mpg	—

Volkswagen Polo questions

What is the fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Polo?

The 2022 Volkswagen Polo uses 5.5 L/100km by its official figures: 52 mpg in UK gallons and 43 mpg in US gallons. Each year's figures are listed below.

How much does a Volkswagen Polo cost to run a year?

At today's average petrol prices and a typical year's driving: $1,766 in New Zealand, $1,461 in Australia, £1,073 in United Kingdom, $1,364 in United States.

How far does a Volkswagen Polo go on a full tank?

About 733 km (455 miles) from its 40 L tank at its official fuel use.

How big is the Volkswagen Polo's boot?

333 L, for the 2023 Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI Life, 95 PS, 5-speed manual (UK).

Cars like the Polo

From other makes, closest in what they use.

Holden

Spark

2010–2020

5.5 L/100km · 51 mpg

SEAT

Leon

2017–2023

5.5 L/100km · 51 mpg

Škoda

Scala

2019–2026

5.5 L/100km · 51 mpg

Ford

Focus

2000–2024

5.4 L/100km · 53 mpg

Suzuki

Baleno

1996–2022

5.3 L/100km · 54 mpg

Audi

2010–2026

5.7 L/100km · 50 mpg

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