Undoubtedly, one of the most popular budget cars in Russia, which can rightfully be called "popular", is the Polo sedan from the eminent german mark Volkswagen. For the domestic car market, the Polo Sedan was introduced in the spring of 2010, and after half a year, sales of the car entered the active phase.
The layout of the VW Polo Sedan includes a choice of several 1.6-liter gasoline engines, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed hydromechanical automatic. In the suspension and chassis, a classic tandem for the economy segment is used, in the front there is a rocking MacPherson strut, in the back there is a traditional steel beam.
According to the manufacturer, the Volkswagen Polo Classic car, was specially designed for use in conditions and climates acceptable to the territory of the Russian Federation, but unfortunately this turned out to be far from the case, but just a publicity stunt ...
What are the shortcomings noted by the owners
- Poor sound insulation winter time years, the interior of the car cools down instantly.
- Not high ground clearance, supports rear springs do not reach the ground only 11 cm.
- Rigid suspension with small steps.
- Incomprehensible work electronic pedal which you need to get used to.
- Interior design of the "last century"
- Poor quality seat and door trim. Gets dirty quickly and easily to 30 thousand run no longer looks like new, only covers can save.
- Cheap hard plastic dashboard, crickets may appear over time.
- Weak head lighting.
Polo Sedan made for Russia or not.
As mentioned above, the manufacturer claims that this car, was specially made for Russian conditions. Let's try to figure this out:
1. Suspension.
For a domestic car enthusiast, there is nothing better than soft or moderate elastic suspension smoothing out all the "charms" and potholes pavement, as well as its absence. The benchmark in this category, many drivers consider the French budget car Renault Logan. Unfortunately, Polo cannot boast of similar comfort or reliability. His element is smooth highways and not large speed bumps made strictly in accordance with GOST.
2. The engine does not start well in winter.
This issue is more related to CFNA engine with a volume of 1.6 liters with a capacity of 105 hp, which was installed on cars before restyling in 2015. Its cylinder block was made of aluminum, the main difference of which from cast iron is rapid cooling. Thus, for a day of machine downtime for severe frost, the engine cooled down completely and could not start on the first try, or even stay in anticipation of a thaw.
3. Weak stove and thermal insulation.
At negative air temperatures, the car warms up relatively poorly in the cabin, in addition to this, it is only necessary to turn off the engine, as it immediately becomes cold in the cabin, which is not entirely acceptable for Russia.
Sores and weaknesses of the Volkswagen Polo
Engine CFNA 105 hp volume of 1.6 liters.
The problem is very widespread and has long been known to the manufacturer. Increased wear and progressive knocks in the engine, on small runs of 50-100 thousand km, are the main claim of the owners to the concern. According to many repair laboratories and ICE operation, the reason lies in oil starvation skirts and the lower part of the pistons, which leads to scuffing with subsequent grinding of the part diameter.
As a result, the pistons receive an increased deviation from the vertical and create impacts on the cylinder liners. It is equally important to note that cases of rapid failure of the cylinder-piston group are most often found among motorists who start the car without preheat engine in winter.
Gearbox support
A knock and a metallic clang in the engine area may appear in a completely new car, already by a run of 15 thousand kilometers. The reason for this is the weak design of the gearbox support located in the region of the left side member. Resource original part Unfortunately, it is not very large, analogues sometimes last longer.
Bushings and stabilizer bars
The problem in particular extends more to the details front stabilizer roll stability. Befitting knock racks and creak bushings, typical disease Polo sedan.
Malfunction of the EUR
Violation of the operation of the unit, power steering system, a common malfunction on cars before the restyling period. A symptom of a malfunction is considered to be steering wheel to the side, as well as unequal effort during the rotation of the "steering wheel" to the right and left sides.
ABS sensors
A frequent problem of many budget cars, namely acidification of sensors anti blocking system. About acidification of contacts, the driver will be reminded by a constantly burning ABS signal indicator.
Power window block
A common malfunction, jamming of contacts and failure of the glass drive, usually in the lowest position. Cases of burnout of the motor winding in the drive of the lifting mechanism are also considered not rare.
Volkswagen Polo Sedan was designed by designers directly for the Russian automotive market, taking into account climatic and road conditions. Main focus made galvanized body, reinforced suspension, as well as reliable engine. But along with this, the Polo Sedan has its own weak spots. One of these is poor painting technology and serious problems with brakes and steering. Although there are other minor problems with polo sedan. And if these shortcomings are eliminated, then Volkswagen Polo would become a real people's car.
Body
- Poor sound insulation of the body.
- Not very good, after 5000 km chips appear on the hood, but due to galvanization there is no corrosion.
- Regular wiper blades wear out quickly (become excessively noisy).
Electrician
- On the first models, there was a failure in the control of the electric booster (when driving at low speeds, the steering wheel randomly turns by 10-15 degrees).
- The glass on the driver's side sometimes sticks.
- Failure of the trunk lock due to electrical problems. It appears after 10 thousand km.
- The locking mechanism of the side mirrors quickly fails
Salon
- The plastic glass of the instrument panel scratches easily.
- Foam rubber is pouring out of the seat (as a result of friction on the metal parts of the chair frame.)
Brake system
- A serious jamb with ABS, on a rough road, it releases all the wheels.
- Momentary failures vacuum booster brakes, leading to a heavier brake pedal and as a result, uneven braking forces.
headlights
- Burn out too quickly.
- Rear lights inexplicably covered with cracks, mostly from the inside.
Engine
- Attention should be paid to the gasket valve cover breaks through very quickly.
- In winter, the gas recirculation valves often fail.
- After 200 km, the engine mount begins to knock.
Cooling
- The heater fan howls in frost above -10 ° C on an unheated car (due to lack of lubrication in the sleeve metal-graphite bearing).
Chassis
- Very flimsy steering tips, many have to change them, already with a mileage of just over 10 thousand km.
The Polo has become a bestseller for a reason - it is a well-thought-out car that perfectly meets the aspirations of its target audience. Strengths he has significantly more than the weak. And here are the main advantages of the car.
Adaptation to Russia
Company Volkswagen ground paid attention to adapting the Polo to harsh operating conditions. A high-capacity battery and a more powerful starter are installed here. The manufacturer claims that the engine starts without problems at temperatures down to minus 36 ° C. The washer fluid reservoir holds as much as 5.5 liters. By the way, when this Volkswagen debuted, its ground clearance was 150 mm. The Russians actively complained that this was not enough. The Germans reacted constructively to criticism - they increased ground clearance up to 163 mm, which made the car much more adapted to our realities.Handling and comfort
The vast majority of drivers with Polo instantly develop a complete understanding - a very understandable, flexible character of the car. Adjusted steering effort and precise responses add confidence in running corners, while successful suspension settings give the car stability, stability and comfort - most road bumps the crew go unnoticed. During the last restyling, the Germans improved sound insulation. Now the rumble from the road and sandblasting are much less annoying than before. Against the general favorable background, only the roar of the engine stands out, but it does not come to discomfort.
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Ergonomics and equipment
Behind the wheel - a typical Volkswagen situation. Simple and concise forms that will remain relevant for many years to come. Build quality is decent. Nowhere does not backlash and does not hang out. Ergonomics is completely standard - such a comfortable fit and a verified arrangement of controls in this segment is still to be found. The level of equipment is pleasantly surprising. And if the climate control, radio, rear view camera, electric heating windshield and windshield washer nozzles do not seem out of the ordinary, then the presence of App Connect support, as well as fog lights with the cornering light function on a budget car look like real chic.
Wealth of choice
Potential buyers will have to rack their brains when choosing "their" car. No wonder, because Polo is offered in 17 different versions! The basic aspirated 1.6 (90 hp) is combined exclusively with a 5-speed manual, while its boosted version to 110 “horses” can also be obtained with a 6-speed automatic. In addition, Polo is available with an advanced 1.4-liter 125-horsepower turbo engine, which is available with both 6-speed manual and 7-speed DSG transmission. In the initial version of the Conceptline, only the 90-horsepower Polo is offered, and in the sporty GT, only 125-horsepower.Price
The base Polo is estimated at 599,900 rubles. For modern foreign car this is a very interesting proposal. With a 110-horsepower engine, the price starts at 709,900 rubles (the equipment will be richer in this case), and the Germans ask for a turbo version from 769,900 rubles. By the way, you will have to throw 45,000 rubles for the machine, while the surcharge for the DSG will already be 70,000 rubles. As you can see, the prices are quite reasonable. And enduring popularity Polo the best confirmation of this.
But this Folks has one shortcoming, which becomes more and more serious every month.
Heir on the way
The life cycle of modern models is six to seven years. Against this background, the four-door Polo stands out, and not for the better. Still, because he is now 9 years old! By now, this is already a veteran car. Although it consumer qualities are located on high level, and technically it is not particularly outdated, there is one factor that can discourage you from buying a Polo. It's about a successor. The sedan under the name Virtus was shown last fall in Brazil, and in the foreseeable future it will appear with us (most likely, it will be renamed Polo). So, buying the current model, you need to know that very soon it will be discontinued. Accordingly, with the release of a new car, your Volks will inevitably fall in price.
➖ Smooth running
➖ Noise isolation
Advantages
➕ Reliability
➕ Manageability
➕ High ground clearance
➕ Economy
The pros and cons of the 2018-2019 Volkswagen Polo sedan are revealed based on feedback from real owners. More detailed advantages and disadvantages of the Volkswagen Polo Sedan 1.6 (90 and 110 hp) and 1.4 with mechanics and automatic can be found in the stories below:
Reviews
The appearance of the new Polo sedan has become much better, the cross-country ability is on the level. Good ergonomics, everything is quite convenient. Acceleration for 105 horses is normal. A set of special stages: multifunction steering wheel, armrest, climate, etc. gives a good feeling - without them it will not be the same. Not a VIP class, of course, but in terms of price-quality is very good.
Consumption on the highway and in the city does not match the declared. Shumka not so hot, but tolerable. The material of the chairs is not very, and the colors are so-so. For the rest, I liked everything.
Alexey Evshov, review of Volkswagen Polo Sedan 1.6 (110 hp) AT 2015
Video review
The car is easy and understandable to drive. It is important to consider the information content of the steering wheel, which gives a special driving pleasure. I am especially delighted with the engine with automatic transmission. Engine power is sufficient. How this is achieved is not clear to me, maybe a good combination of the engine with the machine gun, but the car accelerates like a bullet.
I will dwell separately on the good work of 6 step box machine. I have been driving cars for 18 years only with mechanical box, so I listened and found fault as soon as I could to the automatic transmission, which my wife dreamed of, not me. But I did not find any shortcomings. I do not feel any failures, the box adapts very quickly and selects the ideal driving mode.
And Tiptronic is very nice bonus specifically for a driver who has been driving a mechanic for many years and likes to impose his driving mode on a car. But I can note that the most economical mode is the simple D mode in the machine. By the way, while real consumption 5.5 liters of fuel in the city, even in traffic jams, but if you start to press the trigger sharply, then up to 9 liters can run up in a day.
Polovets, review of Volkswagen Polo 1.6 with automatic 2016
The plastic is hard, at low speeds something rattles inside, the noise of a running motor at 2,000 rpm and above is clearly audible. At idle, vibrations and vibrations of the engine are felt throughout the cabin. Soundproofing Volkswagen Polo Sedan for a weak four.
Handling is normal. Doors slam shut like our cars - also noisy and hard. Heating mirrors on and off is inconvenient, there is no automatic shutdown. Gasoline consumption on the highway is 6.7 l / 100 km, in the city - 9.4 l / 100.
Owner, review of VW Polo Sedan 1.6 (110 hp) on the mechanics of 2015
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Engine 1.6 for 110 hp Compared to the Octavia engine (1.6 for 102 hp), it runs quieter and shakes less on idling(In Octavia, this is a feature that I'm used to). Because Volkswagen Polo is lighter than Octavia, with such an engine, even in conjunction with automatic transmission, and even on a run-in, Polik is perceived as a very nimble car, which is enough both in the city and on the highway with three passengers. I would call it sufficient. At 2,500 km. mileage topped up half a liter of oil, Shell synthetics, then the level is kept at the top mark.
6-speed automatic on Polo Aisin: Octavia has the same automatic transmission, 6 steps, but there is a difference in operation. On the Octavia, the automatic transmission tends to shift to 6th gear by 70 km / h, or when you crawl along the dirt road or traffic jam, the Octavia automatic rushes between 1-2-3 steps. It’s a little different on the Polo: the first thing you notice is that the machine “holds” the gear for a long time, bringing the engine speed to 3,000 - 3,500. In a traffic jam, this suits me, on a bad primer in the garden too.
I read on the forum that there is a more recent firmware, it is overflowed under warranty for free, there will be time to re-upload, tk. reverse side Polo automatic transmission shift medals are jerks when shifting 1-2 sometimes 3 gears. While sinning for a run-in.
Review of the new Volkswagen Polo 1.6 automatic 2017
Volkswagen Polo sedan is an economical car, in mixed mode 7.2 liters today. The body is galvanized, it is controlled very easily, the ground clearance is high. Reliable simple motor. Spare parts are full and not expensive.
The front seats are too small, butt me (183 cm, 103 kg), head unit straight into the trash — sucks. No heating front glass(and this is in the penultimate configuration), I will install it myself, the plastic is oak, but it does not bother me.
Anyone can open the gas tank hatch - there is no key. I was also unpleasantly surprised by the rear windows. do not open completely, cm 12 remains to stick out.
Nikolai Yankelevich, drives a Volkswagen Polo sedan 1.6 (110 hp) MT 2016
Nice body (in appearance it is indistinguishable from more expensive models). Comfortable fit, good visibility, mirrors are small, but you can see everything. The engine is quite torquey, allows you to feel confident both in the city and on the highway.
Good handling (not really used to the rumpled steering wheel yet, but this is a type of manufacturer’s chip, although it would be nice with a round one). A voluminous trunk, and there is plenty of space in the cabin - no one rests on their knees.
Well, all the advantages of the machine crosses out the insulation. All the bumps in the road are heard as if nothing was glued to the iron in the arches. The second constant stimulus is salon mirror rear view, I am an average height of 174 cm, but it is glued in the middle of the windshield and steals the part where the faces of people on the sidewalk are, road signs (not very cleverly). The first time I encountered dirt in engine compartment, spattered all over (there is a full-time internal combustion engine protection).
The owner drives a Polo 1.6 sedan mechanic 2016
The equipment is simple, but with heated windshield and mirrors, which is very convenient in winter. Also convenient outputs on the radio panel. The trunk is spacious, there is a lot of space in the back. I really like the design. That's 85 hp small, but the budget was limited. In general, the machine is very satisfied.
I do not like the gas pedal (slow response when pressed). Noise isolation is not very good. With a height of 190 cm, the rear-view mirror blocks the view and decently, you have to bend down. The engine is dirty, the protection is standard. Cupholders in the center are not convenient - a 0.5l bottle does not fit. Sometimes the driver's window does not work.
Mikhail Chervyakov, review of Volkswagen Polo sedan 1.6 (85 hp) manual transmission 2015
The Volkswagen Polo sedan is exactly the car that is in this segment, although the secret of its attractiveness lies not only in its moderate price. The tools to increase it are chosen the simplest or, to put it more elegantly, the classic ones. But first, a little history.
From the history of the model
In 2004, Volkswagen, using blitzkrieg tactics, tried to break into the Russian automotive market. The main striking force was the primitively simple and unprepossessing Volkswagen Pointer. However, the attempt failed. Not having time to start, sales of this car were almost immediately curtailed. They do not want cars made for China and Brazil in our country.
Russian motorists value quality, design and technical excellence. For the next assault, the leadership of the German automaker prepared more thoroughly. And a completely different path was chosen to conquer the Russian market.
In the summer of 2010, a presentation of the Volkswagen Polo sedan took place at the Moscow Motor Show. It would seem that a completely ordinary event, every year there are a great many such presentations in different parts of the globe. But for the German automaker, this was a landmark event.
How Polo is born
The fact is that the Volkswagen Polo sedan is the first Russian foreign car. This model was created specifically for Russia and is produced (not to be confused with the "screwdriver" assembly) in Kaluga. Parts for it are stamped right there, at the Gestamp-Severstal plant, where dozens of very powerful presses work day and night, making 99% body parts for this and other vehicles. Ready-made kits arrive for welding almost without delay. To become a car, the parts of the future Polo go through a difficult path through assembly line, divided into 100 cycles, where about 300 operations are performed. Most of the work takes place in automatic mode. First, a body frame is created in a special conductor block, onto which welding robots weld the roof, and doors are hung.
Here are implemented the most modern technologies, such as, for example, copper soldering of the joints of the roof and sidewalls using a laser, as a result of which the joints do not rust and are distinguished by enviable strength. Evaluate: factory warranty on the body from through corrosion 12 years old!
After welding work the body is going to be painted in order to acquire one of ten colors. The painting process also consists of several stages and is completely robotic.
Then the car enters the so-called sub-assembly section, where the instrument panel is mounted on it, the interior is assembled, the engine and transmission units are installed. In one assembly day, more than 200 Volkswagen cars Polo.
After assembly, all machines are sent to the factory test site, where the operation of the chassis is checked and brake system. Then finished car is subjected to a thorough check by quality control specialists and only then goes to the warehouse of finished products. Despite the multi-stage control in the production process, an additional 30-35% of cars from each batch are subject to inspection by the audit service, which thoroughly - from the quality of painting to the operation of all components and assemblies - tests the cars. A full car audit takes at least one working day. No one can speed up this process, the head of the audit service reports directly to the plant's deputy director for quality. If everything is in order, the whole batch goes on sale!
The process of creating this car is described in such detail so that the reader can be sure that the Volkswagen Polo fully complies with the standards of true German quality.
In addition to Polo, three more models are produced using the full-cycle technology on the conveyor of the Kaluga plant: Volkswagen Tiguan, Skoda Fabia And Skoda Octavia. All this testifies to the seriousness of the management's intentions. Volkswagen.
View from all sides
This faceted handsome man from the first days attracted attention. In its outlines, the VW breed is noticeable. His appearance Volkswagen Polo owes the maestro's hand automotive design Walter de Silva - the creator of a common corporate style for all modern cars VW. It is he who owns such changes in the brand as a massive radiator grille, a dynamic and streamlined body.
Design Polo is, above all, quality design. There is nothing superfluous in it, everything is thought out to the smallest detail, to the last detail. The appearance of the Volkswagen Polo sedan is well recognizable, although from a distance it is easy to confuse it with the more prestigious VW Jetta or VW Passat B7 models. Our hero looks like the work of an excellent student in mathematics. The "correct" Polo shapes do not conflict with function. From the front, strict headlights with an unusual black edging, a powerful bumper, in the lower part of which there is an insert made of dark plastic of the lower air intake, attract attention.
Feeling quality car both at the first meeting, and during further operation - this is what most captivates in the Volkswagen Polo.
Despite the apparent diminutiveness, the sedan has a fairly decent size: length 4384 mm, width 1700 mm, height 1463 mm. Due to a decent wheelbase for its class of 2552 mm rear passengers not limited in space at all. As required Russian realities the ground clearance of the car is 170 mm, the same as that of most Russian cars.
The engineers and designers of this car have tried to think through everything to the smallest nuances that make up the impression of the car as a whole, so it is almost impossible to find any flaws in the Polo sedan. The interior, created according to the corporate canons of Volkswagen, captivates with the harmony of forms and the elegant simplicity of details. All devices, controls are exactly where they should be and work with true Saxon nobility.
The plastic of the front panel, soft in appearance, but hard to the touch, fits almost without flaws, the gaps between the parts are microscopic and surprisingly the same. The pluses include a roomy glove box, an armrest with a container for small items, a door pocket with a bottle slot, which is quite a rarity even in higher-class cars.
On the instrument panel there are large dials of the speedometer and tachometer, the readings of which are read well at any time of the day. Among the minuses (well, there can’t be a car without flaws at all) is a small screen on-board computer, where the image is not quite clear and rather small, you need a sharp eye to sort it out and understand what it shows.
The seating geometry in the tight-hugging front seats is precise to the millimeter, even on tight bends, the driver and front passenger they sit like they're stuck. The rear seats have folding backrests and are equipped with Isofix child seat mounts.
Noise isolation. This is a separate issue. Even with the motor turned into the “limiter”, the hum of tires and the whistle of the wind that accompany fast movement, you can talk in the cabin without raising your voice.
Advantages and disadvantages of the Volkswagen Polo Sedan
Appearance on Russian market budget car from eminent German manufacturer turned out to be a significant step. volkswagen polo sedan Kaluga assembly quickly took the top lines in the ratings of the best-selling cars and during the sales period a certain basis of operational experience of this model had already formed.
The main advantages with which the car went to conquer the Russian market expanses were reliable "all-Volkswagen" engines, reliable gearboxes and adaptation to cold climates.
At the same time, the company deliberately refused to install a robotic DSG transmissions, which does not shine with special reliability. Polo sedan is equipped with a proven five-speed "automatic" with a torque converter. At the same time, the car has a large capacity of the washer fluid reservoir, as well as high-capacity batteries, thanks to which the car starts reliably in cold weather. However, at the same time climate system the car has not undergone changes and sometimes does not always cope with the harsh realities, allowing the windows to fog up when driving in cold weather and warming up the interior for a long time.
In the process of adaptation and localization of the assembly of the car, the suspension has also undergone changes. If in the hatchback of the same name it is focused mainly on refined handling, then for the sedan, the engineers increased the shock absorber strokes and made them more rigid. Besides, rear suspension was simplified - instead of independent racks, a semi-dependent beam appeared. Despite the decline in control, this decision more suitable for loaded driving. Moreover, the trunk of almost 500 liters allows such operation. In addition, the simplification of the design has a positive effect on the price of the car and its reliability when operating in difficult conditions and especially in the regions.
Suspension and chassis characteristics
However, despite the improvements made, the Polo sedan also has disadvantages, the main of which is ground clearance. However, here the problem is complex and lies not so much in the shortcomings of the adapted suspension, but in the very design of the car. Despite the declared 170 millimeters of ground clearance, thanks to the strongly protruding front bumper, the car creates significant difficulties when parking at the curb or overcoming virgin snow.
In addition, the car's suspension is very sensitive to loading. In a loaded car, the clearance can decrease to a meager 120 millimeters, which is the value of this value for some supercars. Naturally, this fact creates significant difficulties in operation. In addition, when driving with a load, the shock absorbers very quickly select the compression stroke. This leads to the fact that on a rough road or paving stones, the buildup of the body begins, which causes breakdowns in the suspension and can even lead to contact. front bumper with the road surface.
Therefore, when moving to similar conditions the car, unlike the same "Logan", is forced to move at low speed. This requires maximum caution. Engineers are aware of the problem, but believe that excessive increase in suspension stiffness will lead to deterioration driving performance car, although on the same aforementioned "Logan" a compromise was found quite well.
The handling of the Polo sedan is really good. At the same time, the car captivates with an ergonomic interior, which is outwardly almost identical to its counterpart on the hatchback.
However, the similarity is external, but the materials used in the sedan are different. Trying to make the car as cheap as possible, German designers abandoned the use of soft plastics in interior details. In fact, for this reason, squeaks and “crickets” may appear in the cabin. Behind the hatchback, such “sins” were not noticed.
Otherwise, the driver's seat is quite comfortable, which, however, is feature all Volkswagen vehicles.
Vehicle comfort
Things are worse for rear seats car. The car is quite cramped and even two tall passengers rest their knees on the backs of the front seats. In addition, air ducts are not provided for passengers, but power windows only available in expensive trim levels. The quality of the seat upholstery has deteriorated in comparison with the hatchback. The fabric quickly gets clogged and wears out, and therefore, when buying a Polo sedan is worth immediately forking out for seat covers.
In operation, the car is quite reliable, but it, like any "state employee", has weaknesses. Owners' complaints are often caused by build quality and mediocre sound insulation. However, the last drawback is eliminated by an additional "Shumka" after the purchase.
Also, often the owners have to change the automatic transmission support under warranty. However, this defect is not permanent and does not appear in all cars with automatic transmission.
Some owners also complain about knot problems throttle valve, malfunctions in which can cause interruptions in work power unit. There is also a problem in winter, which is expressed in the fact that when starting in cold weather, the power steering does not turn on. As a rule, after one or two restarts, the problem disappears, but it is inherent enough a large number cars of this model.
There are also warranty claims for repairs. wheel bearings and tie rod ends. Also, quite recently, journalists have identified problems with the ABS setting, which is able to unlock the wheels for too long a period of time when braking on heterogeneous surfaces. There was no revocable company for this issue, although a new one has already been introduced into the settings. software.
Improvements or how car owners correct deficiencies
Often, "handy" owners resort to independent modifications of the car. Most often, the trunk opening system is being finalized, since the salon opening is implemented by a cable drive, which often fails. The cause of the breakdown is a lack of lubrication of the assembly. At the same time, lovers independent improvements establish electric drive, which is more reliable and less whimsical in operation.
Often, the owners of the Polo sedan try to deal with the "chronic" disease of the car in the form of a too weak energy intensity of the suspension. Most often, stiffer springs and shock absorbers are used to solve this problem, which are already supplied to the market by many companies.
At the same time, the car, for the most part, pleases car owners with unpretentiousness, affordable prices for service and convenience. Also, a capacious trunk and the possibility of using 92nd gasoline, despite the “prescribed” 95th, are recorded in the asset of the model. At the same time, the Polo sedan is quite comfortable for long trips thanks to comfortable seats and balanced efforts on the controls. Also praise is rather "agile" automatic transmission gears, and the “mechanics” are distinguished by small lever strokes for switching and accuracy in operation.
The car is a completely balanced solution in terms of quality and price. You should not expect super quality or high comfort from him, but he does his job well. However, this is exactly what is required from a budget car.
Options and prices for VW Polo Sedan 2013 model range
| Equipment | Price, rub | Engine | Transmission | type of drive | Acceleration to 100 km/h, s |
Consumption city/highway, l |
Maximum speed, km/h |
| 1.6 Trendline manual transmission | 449 900 | gasoline 1.6l (105 hp) | Mechanics | front | 10,5 | 8,7 / 5,1 | 190 |
| 1.6 Comfortline manual transmission | 530 100 | gasoline 1.6l (105 hp) | Mechanics | front | 10,5 | 8,7 / 5,1 | 190 |
| 1.6 Highline manual transmission | 594 500 | gasoline 1.6l (105 hp) | Mechanics | front | 10,5 | 8,7 / 5,1 | 190 |
| 1.6 Comfortline automatic transmission | 576 800 | gasoline 1.6l (105 hp) | machine | front | 12,1 | 9,8 / 5,4 | 187 |
| 1.6 automatic transmission Highline | 641 200 | gasoline 1.6l (105 hp) | machine | front | 12,1 | 9,8 / 5,4 | 187 |
And in basic configuration Trendline Volkswagen Polo looks quite decent: galvanized body, immobilizer, driver airbag, power windows on all doors, steering wheel adjustable for height and reach, ABS, central locking, 14-inch steel discs covered with branded caps.
For such a car in the salons they ask for 450 thousand rubles. Of course, this is not the only equipment, in addition to the basic one, there are other options in car dealerships, in which, following the price, the number of useful options is growing.
Polo sedan in the Comfortline configuration, the price of which starts from 530 thousand rubles, in addition to the base one, it already includes air conditioning, heated front seats, another airbag, electric heated mirrors, metallic color.
In the Highline configuration, the upper price limit for which is 641,200 rubles, the Volkswagen Polo is in no way inferior to cars in higher categories.
One engine is offered on the Polo sedan: 1.6-liter gasoline power 106 hp, but there are two gearboxes - a 5-speed “mechanics” or a 6-speed “automatic”, available for cars in Highline and Comfortline trim levels.
The popularity of the Volkswagen Polo sedan in our country is only growing and its fate is not difficult to predict. This is a real, so to speak, adult car, with a slight adjustment for budget. Creating this car, manual German concern hoped that it would become for the Russians what the Golf became for the Germans - a car for all occasions for people of any age and gender. And whether it is safe to say that it did not miscalculate - time will tell.
