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Volkswagen Polo, 2017–2021

Volkswagen Polo 6th generation (EU market) specifications

The Volkswagen Polo 6th generation (EU market) was built from 2017 to 2021. This page lists all 12 versions (hatchback) with 64–148 hp and 93–250 Nm of torque.

64–148 hp
Power (48–110 kW)
93–250 Nm
Torque (69–184 lb-ft)
8.2–15.5 s
0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
216 km/h
Highest top speed (134 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 6th generation (EU market).
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
1.0 MT Hatchback 5 doors1.0 litre gasoline64 hp 48 kW95 Nm15.5 s164 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.0 MT Hatchback 5 doors1.0 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW95 Nm14.9 s170 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.0 MT Hatchback 5 doors1.0 litre gasoline79 hp 59 kW93 Nm15.4 s171 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.6 MT Hatchback 5 doors1.6 litre diesel79 hp 59 kW230 Nm12.9 s175 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.0 MT Hatchback 5 doors1.0 litre gas balloon equipment89 hp 66 kW160 Nm11.9 s183 km/hManual, 6-speedFront wheel drive
1.0 AMT Hatchback 5 doors1.0 litre gasoline94 hp 70 kW175 Nm10.8 s187 km/hautomated manual, 7-speedFront wheel drive
1.0 MT Hatchback 5 doors1.0 litre gasoline94 hp 70 kW175 Nm10.8 s187 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.6 AMT Hatchback 5 doors1.6 litre diesel94 hp 70 kW250 Nm11.2 s185 km/hautomated manual, 7-speedFront wheel drive
1.6 MT Hatchback 5 doors1.6 litre diesel94 hp 70 kW250 Nm11.2 s185 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.0 AMT Hatchback 5 doors1.0 litre gasoline114 hp 85 kW200 Nm9.5 s200 km/hautomated manual, 7-speedFront wheel drive
1.0 MT Hatchback 5 doors1.0 litre gasoline114 hp 85 kW200 Nm9.5 s200 km/hManual, 6-speedFront wheel drive
1.5 AMT Hatchback 5 doors1.5 litre gasoline148 hp 110 kW250 Nm8.2 s216 km/hautomated manual, 7-speedFront wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 6th generation (EU market), hatchback.
Length4,053 mm160 in
Width1,751 mm69 in
Height1,461 mm58 in
Wheelbase2,551 mm100 in
Ground clearance143 mm6 in
Kerb weight1,105–1,300 kg2,436–2,866 lb
Seats5
Fuel tank40 litres11 US gal

Questions about the Volkswagen Polo 6th generation (EU market)

What is the most powerful Volkswagen Polo 6th generation (EU market)?

The 1.5 AMT hatchback 5 doors, with 148 hp (110 kW) and 250 Nm of torque.

How fast is the Volkswagen Polo 6th generation (EU market) from 0 to 100 km/h?

The quickest version, the 1.5 AMT hatchback 5 doors, takes 8.2 seconds; the slowest takes 15.5 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.

What engines does the Volkswagen Polo 6th generation (EU market) have?

Engines from 1.0 to 1.6 litres, running on gasoline or diesel or gas balloon equipment. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Volkswagen Polo 6th generation (EU market)?

About 4,053 mm long, 1,751 mm wide and 1,461 mm tall (160 in long), weighing 1,105–1,300 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.