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Volkswagen Polo, 2001–2005

Volkswagen Polo 4th generation specifications

The Volkswagen Polo 4th generation was built from 2001 to 2005. This page lists all 30 versions (hatchback and sedan) with 54–129 hp and 106–310 Nm of torque.

54–129 hp
Power (40–96 kW)
106–310 Nm
Torque (78–229 lb-ft)
9–17.5 s
0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
206 km/h
Highest top speed (128 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.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
1.2 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline54 hp 40 kW106 Nm17.5 s152 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT Hatchback 3-doors1.2 litre gasoline54 hp 40 kW106 Nm17.5 s152 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
1.2 MT Hatchback 3-doors1.2 litre gasoline63 hp 47 kW112 Nm14.9 s162 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.9 SDI MT Hatchback 5-doors1.9 litre diesel63 hp 47 kW125 Nm17 s160 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.9 SDI MT Hatchback 3-doors1.9 litre diesel63 hp 47 kW125 Nm17 s160 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.9 TD MT Classic Sedan1.9 litre diesel63 hp 47 kW125 Nm17.4 s160 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 16V AT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW126 Nm15.3 s168 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 16V AT Hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW126 Nm15.3 s168 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 16V AT Classic Sedan1.4 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW126 Nm13.7 s170 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 16V MT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW126 Nm12.9 s172 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 16V MT Hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre diesel74 hp 55 kW195 Nm13.6 s170 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 16V MT Classic Sedan1.4 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW126 Nm13.3 s172 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 TD MT Classic Sedan1.4 litre diesel74 hp 55 kW195 Nm14.1 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 TDI MT Hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre diesel74 hp 55 kW195 Nm13.6 s170 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 FSI MT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline84 hp 63 kW130 Nm12.1 s178 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 FSI MT Hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre gasoline84 hp 63 kW130 Nm12.1 s178 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT Classic Sedan1.4 litre gasoline99 hp 74 kW126 Nm11.3 s188 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline99 hp 74 kW126 Nm10.9 s188 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT Hatchback 3-doors1.4 litre gasoline99 hp 74 kW126 Nm10.9 s188 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.9 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.9 litre diesel99 hp 74 kW240 Nm10.7 s188 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.9 TDI MT Hatchback 5-doors1.9 litre diesel99 hp 74 kW240 Nm10.7 s188 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.9 TDI MT Hatchback 3-doors1.9 litre diesel99 hp 74 kW240 Nm10.7 s188 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 16V MT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline100 hp 74 kW126 Nm12.1 s183 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 4th generation, hatchback and sedan.
Length3,897 mm153 in
Width1,650 mm65 in
Height1,465 mm58 in
Wheelbase2,460 mm97 in
Ground clearance110 mm4 in
Kerb weight925–1,185 kg2,039–2,612 lb
Boot space250–1,030 litres9–36 cu ft
Seats5
Turning circle10.6 m35 ft
Fuel tank45 litres12 US gal

Questions about the Volkswagen Polo 4th generation

What is the most powerful Volkswagen Polo 4th generation?

The 1.9 MT hatchback 5-doors, with 129 hp (96 kW) and 310 Nm of torque.

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

The quickest version, the 1.9 TDI MT hatchback 5-doors, takes 9 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 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?

About 3,897 mm long, 1,650 mm wide and 1,465 mm tall (153 in long), weighing 925–1,185 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.