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Who is the Volkswagen Polo GTI a good car for?
What is the Volkswagen Polo GTI like to drive?
Tech features in the Volkswagen Polo GTI
Similar cars to the Volkswagen Polo GTI
Is the Volkswagen Polo GTI a good car?
GTI, an abbreviation regarded as a titular title and a household name even. 'Gran Turismo Injection' is what it means and that treatment has been extended to the Polo. If you think the Golf GTI is a bit much, then the Polo GTI is a good entry point to hot hatchbacks. Power and dynamic handling are the themes focused on here, that's what makes the Volkswagen Polo GTI a good car.
Who is the Volkswagen Polo GTI a good car for?
The Volkswagen Polo GTI is a good car for someone who wants a hot hatchback with a whole load of punch but with a more compact body. All of this while keeping top-of-the-line driving dynamics, safety systems and the ability to handle long-distance driving without breaking a sweat.
Is the Volkswagen Polo GTI a good first car?
No, the Volkswagen Polo GTI wouldn't be a good first car. This vehicle is a performance car therefore in the hands of a new driver would be like taming a raging bull. Insurance will also be particularly expensive should a new driver jump into one of these.
Is the Volkswagen Polo GTI a good family car?
The Volkswagen Polo GTI could work for smaller families. The boot space is rated at 305 litres of capacity and seating for 5 adults is possible. However, some family members may find the sports-orientated ride firm although the Polo GTI has been engineered to handle long-distance driving as well. The vehicle also has some good driver assistance systems so your family can feel safe in the Polo GTI.
Is there a Hybrid Volkswagen Polo GTI?
There isn't a hybrid version of the Volkswagen Polo GTI for sale in South Africa.
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What’s it like to drive?
Reviewer's opinion
"One of the new options you can fit onto the Polo is a Safety Pack which is going to see it fitted with a few safety features like Adaptive Cruise Control with Automatic Braking as well as Lane Keep Assist. And that's some lovely tech to get in a Polo!"
- Chad Luckhoff, AutoTrader
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What does it look like?
Exterior
Interior
What is the Volkswagen Polo GTI like inside?
Since this is a GTI model, black, grey, chrome and red especially are the colours on display visually. Red is the contrasting colour here with red stitching on the steering wheel and illuminated buttons to break up the black and grey parts of the interior. Bucket seats covered in leather adorn the interior too and you can see them quite nicely with a large panoramic sunroof on offer.
Style
This Volkswagen Polo GTI is broadly shaped but with clear GTI elements. Those being the red stripe that runs across the headlights and front grille nestling a GTI badge. In the rear, GTI elements include a rear lip housing and a chrome dual-tip exhaust offset to the left side of the bumper. There's also a gloss black boot spoiler and of course, a GTI badge just under the Volkswagen badge on the boot. Recognisable on the street but keen eyes will notice the GTI bits sprinkled about on the exterior.
Tech features
- Efficient drive technology (Fuel saving technology)
- Electromechanical power steering
- XDS differential lock
- Active Info Display
- Advanced Safety Package (Driver Assistance Systems)
Price and specs
Which is the cheapest Volkswagen Polo GTI?
There is only one trim level for the Volkswagen Polo GTI and it is the Polo GTI - prices usually start from R522 500
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How much does it cost?
| Volkswagen Polo GTI | from R522 500 |
*Pricing correct at time of publishing and subject to change without notice.
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