After a couple of teaser images, VW has revealed the new Polo sedan that will go on the sale very soon. The sedan, which is based on the PQ platform, will make its debut in the Russian market before arriving in other emerging markets. Unlike the other group vehicles which use a more advanced MQB platform, new Polo makes do with PQ architecture in order to save cost and derive economies of scale.
New Polo sedan comes with refresh styling and the company has made a conscious effort not to overdo the design. Upfront, new grille flanked by sharper headlamps and dynamic chin helps the car to make a solid first impression. Proportions are well balanced and thanks to the chunky wheels filling wheel arches substantially, the new Polo carries itself with utmost grace. The rear portion feels a bit bulbous although the skillfully designed tail lamps helps the back to fit well into the scheme of things.
New Polo Sedan has changed dimensionally too. It has grown 49 mm in the critical aspect of wheelbase while measuring 4483 mm from head to toe. Ground clearance has also gone up and now at 170 mm, it is good enough to tackle even worst of terrain. Inside the cabin, the sedan comes with a multi-layered dashboard and a free-standing infotainment system. The higher variants of the car will get a digital instrument cluster and a long list of equipment for providing creature comfort.
New polo Sedan comes with two engine options – a 1.6-liter MPI petrol engine with 90 hp and 110 hp output mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox or a 6-speed automatic transmission and a 1.4-liter turbocharged petrol engine producing 125 hp comes fitted with a 7-speed DSG. In India, VW will sell Polo and Vento sedan in only petrol versions as the company has decided to discontinue the diesel in the wake of upcoming BS6 emission norms. The new models will come with BS6 compliant petrol engines even as the company is readying its Creta-rival Taigun SUV.
