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Volkswagen Polo 1.0
#2945used

Volkswagen Polo 1.0

£12,995

Make
Volkswagen
Model
POLO 1.0
Year
2020
Mileage
33,000 mi
Fuel
Petrol
Transmission
Manual
Body
Hatchback
Engine
999CC
Colour
Red

Overview

This 2020 Volkswagen Polo 1.0 hatchback is a practical, efficient city car perfect for everyday driving. The manual petrol engine delivers reliable performance with modest running costs, while the compact five-door design makes parking and manoeuvring effortless. With 33,000 miles on the clock, this red Polo represents excellent value for a nearly-new vehicle. The 999cc engine is economical and straightforward to maintain. Ideal for first-time buyers or those seeking dependable urban transport, this Polo combines VW's solid build quality with genuine affordability.

Key Features

  • Insurance Group: Group 8E
  • CO2: 121
  • Model Series: Hatchback (2017 - 2021)
  • Gross Weight KG: 1620
  • Acceleration 0-60mph: 10.8
  • Aspiration: Turbo Common Rail
  • Fuel Consumption Combined MPG: 53.3
  • Forward Gears: 5
  • Maximum Power BHP: 94
  • Maximum Speed MPH: 116

About the Volkswagen POLO 1.0

The Volkswagen Polo 1.0 is a supermini that positions itself as a practical, affordable entry point to the VW brand. It appeals primarily to first-time buyers and those seeking economical city driving without significant compromises on quality or equipment. The 1.0-litre engine comes in naturally aspirated and turbocharged versions across different generations. The Polo is known for solid build quality, user-friendly design, and reasonable running costs, though it sits in a competitive segment against the Ford Fiesta and Vauxhall Corsa. It offers more space than its footprint suggests and maintains VW's reputation for reliability and resale value.

Pros

  • +Practical interior space for supermini class
  • +Good fuel economy and low emissions
  • +Solid build quality and VW reliability
  • +Reasonable equipment levels for the price
  • +Predictable, easy to drive character

Watch out for

  • 1.0 engine lacks real performance or refinement
  • Firm suspension can feel uncomfortable on poor roads
  • Modest power delivery limits motorway comfort

Common issues

  • !DSG gearbox jerking on early models
  • !Engine carbon buildup on direct injection versions