Volkswagen Polo Mk5, 2009–2015
Volkswagen Polo Mk5 5th generation specifications
The Volkswagen Polo Mk5 5th generation was built from 2009 to 2015. This page lists all 42 versions (hatchback and sedan) with 59–178 hp and 108–250 Nm of torque.
- 59–178 hp
- Power (44–133 kW)
- 108–250 Nm
- Torque (80–184 lb-ft)
- 6.9–16.1 s
- 0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
- 229 km/h
- Highest top speed (142 mph)
All versions
From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.
| Version | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h | Top speed | Gearbox | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 MT Hatchback 5-doors | 1.2 litre gasoline | 59 hp 44 kW | 108 Nm | 16.1 s | 157 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.2 MT Hatchback 3-doors | 1.2 litre gasoline | 59 hp 44 kW | 108 Nm | 16.1 s | 157 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.2 MT Hatchback 3-doors | 1.2 litre gasoline | 68 hp 51 kW | 112 Nm | 14.1 s | 165 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.2 MT Hatchback 5-doors | 1.2 litre gasoline | 68 hp 51 kW | 112 Nm | 14.1 s | 165 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.2 TDi MT Hatchback 5-doors | 1.2 litre diesel | 74 hp 55 kW | 180 Nm | 13.9 s | 170 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.2 TDi MT Hatchback 3-doors | 1.2 litre diesel | 74 hp 55 kW | 180 Nm | 13.9 s | 170 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.6 TDi MT Hatchback 5-doors | 1.6 litre diesel | 74 hp 55 kW | 195 Nm | 14 s | 170 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.6 BiFuel MT Hatchback 5-doors | 1.6 litre gas balloon equipment | 81 hp 60 kW | 145 Nm | 12.2 s | 174 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.6 BiFuel MT Hatchback 3-doors | 1.6 litre gasoline, lpg | 81 hp 60 kW | 145 Nm | 12.2 s | 174 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.4 AMT Hatchback 5-doors | 1.4 litre gasoline | 84 hp 63 kW | 132 Nm | 12.6 s | 173 km/h | automated manual, 7-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.4 DSG Hatchback 5-doors | 1.4 litre gasoline | 84 hp 63 kW | 132 Nm | 11.9 s | 177 km/h | automated manual, 7-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.4 DSG Hatchback 3-doors | 1.4 litre gasoline | 84 hp 63 kW | 132 Nm | 11.9 s | 177 km/h | automated manual, 7-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.4 MT Hatchback 3-doors | 1.4 litre gasoline | 84 hp 63 kW | 132 Nm | 11.9 s | 177 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.4 MT Hatchback 5-doors | 1.4 litre gasoline | 84 hp 63 kW | 132 Nm | 11.9 s | 177 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.6 MT Sedan | 1.6 litre gasoline | 84 hp 63 kW | 145 Nm | 11.9 s | 179 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.2 TSI DSG Hatchback 5-doors | 1.2 litre gasoline | 89 hp 66 kW | 160 Nm | 11 s | 182 km/h | automated manual, 7-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.2 TSI DSG Hatchback 3-doors | 1.2 litre gasoline | 89 hp 66 kW | 160 Nm | 11 s | 182 km/h | automated manual, 7-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.2 TSI MT Hatchback 5-doors | 1.2 litre gasoline | 89 hp 66 kW | 160 Nm | 10.9 s | 182 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.2 TSI MT Hatchback 3-doors | 1.2 litre gasoline | 89 hp 66 kW | 160 Nm | 10.9 s | 182 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.6 TDi DSG Hatchback 5-doors | 1.6 litre diesel | 89 hp 66 kW | 230 Nm | 11.5 s | 180 km/h | automated manual, 7-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.6 TDi DSG Hatchback 3-doors | 1.6 litre diesel | 89 hp 66 kW | 230 Nm | 12 s | 186 km/h | automated manual, 7-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.6 TDi MT Hatchback 5-doors | 1.6 litre diesel | 89 hp 66 kW | 230 Nm | 11.5 s | 180 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.6 TDi MT Hatchback 3-doors | 1.6 litre diesel | 89 hp 66 kW | 230 Nm | 11.5 s | 180 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.2 TSI DSG Hatchback 3-doors | 1.2 litre gasoline | 103 hp 77 kW | 175 Nm | 9.7 s | 190 km/h | automated manual, 7-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.2 TSI DSG Hatchback 5-doors | 1.2 litre gasoline | 103 hp 77 kW | 175 Nm | 9.7 s | 190 km/h | automated manual, 7-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.6TDi MT Sedan | 1.6 litre gasoline | 103 hp 77 kW | 153 Nm | 10.5 s | 190 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.2 TSI DSG Sedan | 1.2 litre gasoline | 104 hp 77 kW | 175 Nm | 9.7 s | 190 km/h | automated manual, 7-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.2 TSI MT Hatchback 5-doors | 1.2 litre gasoline | 104 hp 77 kW | 175 Nm | 9.9 s | 188 km/h | Manual, 6-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.2 TSI MT Hatchback 3-doors | 1.2 litre gasoline | 104 hp 77 kW | 175 Nm | 9.7 s | 190 km/h | Manual, 6-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.6 MT Sedan | 1.6 litre gasoline | 104 hp 77 kW | 153 Nm | 10.5 s | 190 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.6 TDi MT Hatchback 3-doors | 1.6 litre diesel | 104 hp 77 kW | 250 Nm | 10.4 s | 190 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.6 TDi MT Hatchback 5-doors | 1.6 litre diesel | 104 hp 77 kW | 250 Nm | 10.4 s | 190 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.6 Tiptronic Sedan | 1.6 litre gasoline | 104 hp 77 kW | 153 Nm | 12.1 s | 187 km/h | Automatic, 6-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.4 TSI DSG Hatchback 3-doors | 1.4 litre gasoline | 178 hp 132 kW | 250 Nm | 6.9 s | 229 km/h | automated manual, 7-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.6 MT Hatchback 5-doors | 1.6 litre diesel | — | 250 Nm | 10.4 s | 190 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.6 MT Hatchback 3-doors | 1.6 litre diesel | — | 195 Nm | 14 s | 170 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| MPI 66 (90 PS) 5 MKP Hatchback 3-doors | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| MPI 66 (90 PS) 5 MKP Hatchback 5-doors | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| MPI 81 5 MKP Hatchback 3-doors | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| MPI 81 5 MKP Hatchback 5-doors | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| MPI 81 6 automatic transmission Hatchback 3-doors | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| MPI 81 6 automatic transmission Hatchback 5-doors | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 3,970 mm | 156 in |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 1,682 mm | 66 in |
| Height | 1,462 mm | 58 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,470 mm | 97 in |
| Ground clearance | 102 mm | 4 in |
| Kerb weight | 1,067–1,217 kg | 2,352–2,683 lb |
| Boot space | 280–952 litres | 10–34 cu ft |
| Seats | 5 | |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m | 35 ft |
| Fuel tank | 45 litres | 12 US gal |
| Towing (braked trailer) | up to 2,180 kg | 4,806 lb |
Questions about the Volkswagen Polo Mk5 5th generation
What is the most powerful Volkswagen Polo Mk5 5th generation?
The 1.4 TSI DSG hatchback 3-doors, with 178 hp (132 kW) and 250 Nm of torque.
How fast is the Volkswagen Polo Mk5 5th generation from 0 to 100 km/h?
The quickest version, the 1.4 TSI DSG hatchback 3-doors, takes 6.9 seconds; the slowest takes 16.1 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.
What engines does the Volkswagen Polo Mk5 5th generation have?
Engines from 1.2 to 1.6 litres, running on gasoline or diesel or gas balloon equipment or gasoline, lpg. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.
How big is the Volkswagen Polo Mk5 5th generation?
About 3,970 mm long, 1,682 mm wide and 1,462 mm tall (156 in long), weighing 1,067–1,217 kg. Figures vary slightly by body style.
Every Volkswagen Polo Mk5 generation
- 5th generation 2009–2015
- 5th generation, facelift 2014–2020
Volkswagen Polo Mk5 overview: current engines, dimensions and markets
Sources: manufacturer data for each version. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market, model year and equipment.