New VW Polo GTI 2020 Review Interior Exterior

New VW Polo GTI 2020 Review Interior Exterior.

The new sixth generation Polo GTI – which arrived in UK Volkswagen Retailer showrooms in June 2018 – seamlessly combines sporting fun, dynamic capability and family-friendly practicality.

The most powerful Polo GTI yet built, with a power peak of 200 PS (4,400-6,000rpm) and a top torque figure of 320 Nm (1,500-4,400 rpm), is offered in the UK in two forms: Polo GTI and Polo GTI+. The latter is mechanically identical to the ‘regular’ GTI, but provides an even more generous level of equipment as standard.

The new Polo GTI, which utilises Volkswagen Group’s new MQB AO architecture, showcases a charismatic design with expressive features. The use of the MQB AO underpinnings offers the ability to create significantly more dynamic proportions with a long wheelbase, short body overhangs and a sporty ratio of its key dimensions.

Indeed, the newest member of the growing Volkswagen GTI dynasty promises the breadth of capability characteristic of its famous Gran Turismo Injection nomenclature.

Available in the UK exclusively in five-door form, and with a six-speed DSG as standard (a six-speed manual gearbox will, uniquely, be offered in the UK later in 2018) the Polo GTI promises exhilarating dynamic performance blended with a usable everyday character.

The 6.7 second 0-62 mph time and top speed of 147 mph, underscore the Polo’s GTI credentials. The car sits on a lowered sports suspension (15 mm) with a Sport Select setup as standard. This offers active damping with two defined modes: Sport and Normal.

The new Polo, more broadly, sees a major increase in cabin and luggage space over its predecessor (within larger external dimensions) alongside new engines, sharper design, new ‘big car’ assistance systems, the application of a new generation of infotainment systems and the global debut of the second generation of Volkswagen’s Active Info Display.

The developments in new Polo – which to date has sold more than 14 million examples worldwide – also reflect a new level for assistance systems in the supermini segment. Technologies such as City Emergency Braking with new Pedestrian Monitoring function, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Blind Spot Detection significantly improve safety.

The larger new five-door Polo is bigger in every dimension but length than the Golf Mk IV – sold in the UK until 2003. The capacious new Polo offers a boot volume that has grown 25% from 280 litres to 351 litres, and a wheelbase up by 94 mm compared with the previous car.

As desirable as it is affordable, the newest member of the Polo family joins a stable of Volkswagen GTIs that now offers practical performance across three key models, with the recently launched, and hyper-popular, up! GTI sitting alongside the current Golf GTI Performance.

In the new Polo GTI the engine starter button (standard on Polo GTI+) becomes the trigger for a great driving experience, as the development team has created a style of dynamic handling that facilitates committed driving and yet integrates supreme safety and high levels of comfort.

This alliance of dynamism, safety and comfort is the secret behind the success of the GTI concept and a core characteristic of the new Polo GTI. Key features include agile steering response, low unladen weight (1,355 kg), strong power-to-weight ratio (6.78 kg/PS), sports-oriented running gear that is also good for long-distance driving, assured front-wheel drive and an ergonomically ideal seating position.

This is packaged in an expressive exterior and interior design that is topped off with classic GTI insignia such as red stripes in the radiator grille, GTI gear knob and the famous ‘Jacara’ tartan seat covers. Equipped with a connected and largely digitalised cockpit the Polo GTI is well placed to become the compact, affordable hot hatch of choice for a new generation.

For the first time on the Polo and for the new GTI, Volkswagen is offering the option of digital instruments. The Polo is the first GTI to have the latest generation Active Info Display on board. In the system, the most powerful Polo gets exclusive GTI graphics
with a red-white-black design named ‘Sport’.

Meanwhile, the infotainment unit with its 8.0-inch display features a unique GTI welcome screen. Instruments, and the infotainment system, are arranged on a single visual axis in the new Polo GTI for optimum visibility and ease of operation.

Beyond the GTI-specific design features, the cars also include additional head airbags front and rear, XDS differential lock, driving profile selection, Volkswagen’s advanced Composition Media infotainment system, ambient lighting (white), door sill trims with GTI logo, air conditioning, front fog lights and cornering lights, LED tail light clusters, a height-adjustable driver’s seat, floor mats front and rear, electric windows all round with one-touch operation, and ‘Plus’ multifunction display.

#SDADan

[damiancoombs]

Had mine for a year now, fully loaded and no regrets, love it!

[karanveersinghdulku]

One of the only modern cars where I can instantly say "GORGEOUS"

[labisb]

Nice car!!
One of the best video for polo gti!
Keep going!

[nitheshdurairaj]

Him : 1:37 they kinda copied audi Wolkswagen : i am audi

[wernerbloemwagen]

A lot of people recognise the AUDI DNA in the product design language - few however would however know that the original POLO was actually a badge swopped AUDI 50 - when AUDI then decided to go upmarket to compete with BMW & Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen decided to use it as a entry level product positioned below the GOLF. From the rear quarter view, the AUDI DNA is still very prominent.

[manuelgenin]

Thank you for another great video.Waiting on mine to arrive. Exact same colour combination except red dashboard. Was gonna go for the grey dashboard originally but changed my mind after I saw one at the VW dealership with the red dashboard. Looks much better in real life than in all the videos I have seen on YouTube. Been waiting for over 7 months now. The car is getting close to being delivered. Only a few more weeks to wait at the most... 😀

[ariframzan]

Car looks good . Nice review.
It be nice to see you drive this and have a review for it as well

[enriqueali]

Arguably better-looking than it's bigger sibling the Golf

[BLAZINGINGPHOENIX]

Omg a seat ...its really , really beautiful!

[krentertainment]

Very beautiful technologized car. I luv it

[davidhunternyc]

I would much rather have a Polo GTI over a Golf GTI. The Golf is as big as an elephant. The Polo GTI is VW's pocket rocket. It's nice to see a true successor to the original Rabbit GTI. I only wish it was offered as a 3 door. Now where can I get a Polo GTI in the U.S.?

[purana]

Just got one on the weekend. Amazing car.

[PG-yclz]

Yo: Usted viene con el auto?

SDA Dan Cars: jajaja travieso . .

[chrismalatji]

THERE'S NO DIFFERENCE BETWEEN 2018/2019/2020 OR M I MISSING SOMETHING

[khalidaghitri]

J’ai une polo 1.6 2018 c’est une merveilleuse voiture j’en suis très satisfaite j’adore les voitures Vw et leur dizaine très pratique simple et organiser

[byalcin]

I have alteady engine issues with my polo gti 2019 not happy

[TheHgudmand]

I have the 2019 model and it looks exactuly the same. Except my have a spare tire and 'chrome' mirrors.

[andrekleyn]

I love the bright white exterior colour. Suits the car like a glove. The interior speaks for itself. Beautifully sculpted. Unfortunately in South Africa VW products are very expensive. Would not mind having one like this.

[iosdeals]

no Polo, GTI or "regular" can be equipped with electronic handbrake, because this is MQB A0 platform, not full size MQB, and A0 can't be equipped with e-brake and 4motion, among other things. Would be nice to have e-brake with dsg, but with manual gearbox the manual handbrake is better choice for those "play stupid games, win stupid prizes" donuts at the parking lot.

[aikonaimul]

In the headlights are two lamps, the outside lamps are for low and high beam. What are the inside lamps for?