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Volkswagen Polo, 1999–2001

Volkswagen Polo 3rd generation, facelift specifications

The Volkswagen Polo 3rd generation, facelift was built from 1999 to 2001. This page lists all 33 versions (hatchback) with 50–123 hp and 86–240 Nm of torque.

50–123 hp
Power (37–92 kW)
86–240 Nm
Torque (63–177 lb-ft)
8.7–18.5 s
0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
205 km/h
Highest top speed (127 mph)

All versions

From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.

Power, torque and performance for each version of the Volkswagen Polo 3rd generation, facelift.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
1.0 MT Hatchback 3-doors1.0 litre gasoline50 hp 37 kW86 Nm18.5 s151 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.0 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.0 litre gasoline50 hp 37 kW86 Nm18.5 s151 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT Hatchback 3-doors1.2 litre gasoline54 hp 40 kW106 Nm16.3 s156 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline54 hp 40 kW106 Nm16.3 s156 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT Hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre gasoline54 hp 40 kW—14.9 s160 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline54 hp 40 kW—14.9 s160 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 AT Hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre gasoline59 hp 44 kW116 Nm16.8 s156 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 AT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline59 hp 44 kW116 Nm16.8 s156 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT Hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre gasoline59 hp 44 kW116 Nm14.9 s160 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline59 hp 44 kW116 Nm14.9 s160 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.7 TDi MT Hatchback 3-doors1.7 litre diesel59 hp 44 kW115 Nm17.4 s157 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.7 TDi MT Hatchback 5-doors1.7 litre diesel59 hp 44 kW115 Nm17.4 s157 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT Hatchback 3-doors1.2 litre gasoline63 hp 47 kW112 Nm14.9 s162 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline63 hp 47 kW112 Nm14.9 s162 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.9 Di MT Hatchback 3-doors1.9 litre diesel63 hp 47 kW124 Nm15.8 s160 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.9 Di MT Hatchback 5-doors1.9 litre diesel63 hp 47 kW124 Nm15.8 s160 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 16V MT Hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre diesel74 hp 55 kW195 Nm17.4 s157 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 16V MT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre diesel74 hp 55 kW195 Nm17.4 s157 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 AT Hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW126 Nm13.2 s168 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 AT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW126 Nm13.2 s168 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 TDi MT Hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre diesel74 hp 55 kW195 Nm13.6 s170 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 TDi MT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre diesel74 hp 55 kW195 Nm13.6 s170 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT Hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre diesel89 hp 66 kW—17.4 s157 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre diesel89 hp 66 kW—17.4 s157 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT Hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre gasoline99 hp 74 kW128 Nm10.5 s188 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 3rd generation, facelift, hatchback.
Length3,714 mm146 in
Width1,654 mm65 in
Height1,419 mm56 in
Wheelbase2,406 mm95 in
Ground clearance110 mm4 in
Kerb weight805–1,035 kg1,775–2,282 lb
Boot space245–975 litres9–34 cu ft
Seats5
Fuel tank45 litres12 US gal

Questions about the Volkswagen Polo 3rd generation, facelift

What is the most powerful Volkswagen Polo 3rd generation, facelift?

The 1.6 16V GTI MT hatchback 3-doors, with 123 hp (92 kW) and 152 Nm of torque.

How fast is the Volkswagen Polo 3rd generation, facelift from 0 to 100 km/h?

The quickest version, the 1.6 16V GTI MT hatchback 3-doors, takes 8.7 seconds; the slowest takes 18.5 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.

What engines does the Volkswagen Polo 3rd generation, facelift have?

Engines from 1.0 to 1.9 litres, running on gasoline or diesel. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Volkswagen Polo 3rd generation, facelift?

About 3,714 mm long, 1,654 mm wide and 1,419 mm tall (146 in long), weighing 805–1,035 kg. Figures vary slightly by body style.

Every Volkswagen Polo generation

  1. 1st generation 1975–1979
  2. 1st generation, facelift 1975–1988
  3. 2nd generation 1981–1994
  4. 2nd generation, facelift 1990–1994
  5. 3rd generation 1994–2002
  6. 3rd generation, facelift 1999–2001
  7. 4th generation 2001–2005
  8. 4th generation, facelift 2005–2009
  9. 5th generation 2009–2015
  10. 5th generation, facelift 2014–2020
  11. 6th generation (EU market) 2017–2021
  12. Plus (China market) 2019–2024
  13. 6th generation 2020–2022
  14. 6th generation, facelift (EU market) 2021–present

Volkswagen Polo overview: current engines, dimensions and markets

Sources: manufacturer data for each version. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market, model year and equipment.