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Volkswagen Polo, 2005–2009

Volkswagen Polo 4th generation, facelift specifications

The Volkswagen Polo 4th generation, facelift was built from 2005 to 2009. This page lists all 53 versions (hatchback) with 55–178 hp and 108–310 Nm of torque.

55–178 hp
Power (41–133 kW)
108–310 Nm
Torque (80–229 lb-ft)
7.5–17.5 s
0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
225 km/h
Highest top speed (140 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 4th generation, facelift.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
1.2 MT GTI hatchback 3-doors1.2 litre gasoline55 hp 41 kW108 Nm17.5 s152 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline55 hp 41 kW108 Nm17.5 s152 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline59 hp 44 kW108 Nm16.5 s157 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT GTI hatchback 3-doors1.2 litre gasoline59 hp 44 kW108 Nm16.5 s157 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT CrossPolo hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline63 hp 47 kW112 Nm16.5 s157 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT GTI hatchback 3-doors1.2 litre gasoline63 hp 47 kW112 Nm14.9 s162 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
Fun 1.2 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline63 hp 47 kW112 Nm14.9 s162 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline64 hp 48 kW112 Nm14.9 s162 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT GTI hatchback 3-doors1.2 litre gasoline64 hp 48 kW112 Nm14.9 s162 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline68 hp 51 kW112 Nm14.5 s167 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 TD MT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre diesel68 hp 51 kW155 Nm15.9 s160 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT CrossPolo hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline69 hp 51 kW112 Nm16.5 s157 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 TD MT GTI hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre diesel69 hp 51 kW155 Nm14.6 s164 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 TDi MT CrossPolo hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre diesel69 hp 51 kW155 Nm15.9 s160 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 AT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW126 Nm16.7 s162 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 AT CrossPolo hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW126 Nm14.8 s160 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT CrossPolo hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW126 Nm14.3 s166 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW126 Nm12.9 s172 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 AT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline79 hp 59 kW132 Nm14.3 s171 km/hAutomatic, 6-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 AT CrossPolo hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline79 hp 59 kW126 Nm14.3 s172 km/hAutomatic, 6-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 AT GTI hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre gasoline79 hp 59 kW132 Nm14.3 s172 km/hAutomatic, 6-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline79 hp 59 kW132 Nm12.2 s175 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT CrossPolo hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline79 hp 59 kW126 Nm12.2 s175 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT GTI hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre gasoline79 hp 59 kW132 Nm13 s175 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 TD AT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline79 hp 59 kW126 Nm14.3 s172 km/hAutomatic, 6-speedFront wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 4th generation, facelift, hatchback.
Length3,916 mm154 in
Width1,650 mm65 in
Height1,467 mm58 in
Wheelbase2,465 mm97 in
Ground clearance110 mm4 in
Kerb weight1,005–1,195 kg2,216–2,635 lb
Boot space270–1,030 litres10–36 cu ft
Seats5
Turning circle10.6 m35 ft
Fuel tank45 litres12 US gal

Questions about the Volkswagen Polo 4th generation, facelift

What is the most powerful Volkswagen Polo 4th generation, facelift?

The 1.8 MT GTI gti cup edition hatchback 3-doors, with 178 hp (132 kW) and 235 Nm of torque.

How fast is the Volkswagen Polo 4th generation, facelift from 0 to 100 km/h?

The quickest version, the 1.8 MT GTI gti cup edition hatchback 3-doors, takes 7.5 seconds; the slowest takes 17.5 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.

What engines does the Volkswagen Polo 4th generation, facelift have?

Engines from 1.2 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 4th generation, facelift?

About 3,916 mm long, 1,650 mm wide and 1,467 mm tall (154 in long), weighing 1,005–1,195 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.