The German Automaker, Volkswagon has recently launched the 2017 version of its Polo car in Berlin. The car made a stunning global debut at the launch event in the thick of glaring flashes that was witnessed by millions of people all over the world by the live streaming. The Volkswagon Polo 2017 will be first launched in the European continent this year but the launch dates for India and Asia have not been set by the company as of yet. The 2017 has got some extra styling updates and performance boost as claimed by the company on the unveiling event yesterday.
Volkswagen Polo 2017: Engine & Specs
The Volkswagon has made the new Polo 2017 a bit longer and wider than its predecessor with now much longer wheelbase and roomy cabin. The car also has lost weight and is now much sleeker and sharp in appearance. The company has also switched the Polo 2017’s platform as well from heavier PQ25 to MQB. Though we have no clue about whether the Indian version of Polo 2017 will have the same features and designs as the international ones, still we would like to share its key specifications.
Key Specifications of VW Polo 2017
Engine & Mileage
- The new Polo 2017 comes with four Engine options:
- 1.0 litre, 3 cylinder Petrol – 75bhp
- 1.0 litre, 3 cylinder turbo Petrol – 100bhp/115bhp
- 1.5 litre Diesel – 90bhp, 110bhp/130bhp
- 1.5 litre Petrol – 140bhp/160bhp
- The sportier Polo GTI version can give 197bhp at 2.0 litre
- Transmission options of the car include:
- 5-speed manual
- 6-speed manual
- 7-speed Dual Clutch DSG Automatic
- The Blue Motion technology will be integrated in all the Polo 2017 variants
- That will make the car economical and reduce carbon footprint.
- The Polo 2017 will prove to be a fuel efficient car and will give great mileage
- From 18kmpl(City) to 20kmpl(Highway)
Safety & Comfort
- The Volkswagon comes with Adaptive damper control
- Xenon headlamps
- Adaptive cruise control
- Brake intervention
- Parking assistant
- Pedestrian Detection
- Electronic stability program
- City emergency braking system
- Cornering Lights
- Dual Airbags
- Anti slip regulation
Volkswagon Polo 2017: Design & Features
Though we have no idea what all things the Indian version of the Volkswagon Polo 2017 will contain under its hood but we are pretty sure the body, design and features of the car will remain the same throughout the continents. And the interiors and exteriors of the VW Polo 2017 are really worth checking out.
Interiors & Technology
- The new VW polo 2017 will have more luxurious and comfortable upholstery and trims
- The advanced connectivity tech integration
- With 9.5inch touch screen infotainment system
- With Apple CarPlay, Smartphone connectivity and Android Auto
- The in-built infotainment system and internet connectivity features would be present in the top model
- The 2017 Polo will resemble the Audi TT’s virtual cockpit display
- Will come with 13 different dashpad design options
- Configurable contrast color strips
Exteriors & Design
- The Dimensions of the 2017 Polo are 4,053mm x 1,751mm x 1,446mm
- The wheelbase has also been elongated by 2,564mm
- The VW Polo 2017 gets larger wheels and tires
- Body colored elements on the front
- Honeycomb grille patterns
Volkswagen India Polo 2017 Price
Since the Volkswagon will now be designed on the MQB architecture it is being speculated that it will more costlier than before. It has been suggested by the sources that the Indian version of Polo 2017 will have the same PQ25 architecture which might lower its price down in the country. Thus the VW Polo 2017 can be ranged around Rs 6 lac(base model) to Rs 11 lac(higer model). The new Polo 2017 car has already entered the production line and will be available in the Europe soon this year. But India will see the much anticipated car in the year 2018, so for us the Polo 2017 is actually 2018.
Checkout Volkswagon Polo 2017 or 2018(for Indians) in motion in this exclusive video:
Source: IndiaCar
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