Volkswagen Polo, 2020–2022

Volkswagen Polo 6th generation specifications

The Volkswagen Polo 6th generation was built from 2020 to 2022. This page lists all 17 versions (hatchback and liftback) with 64–197 hp and 95–320 Nm of torque.

64–197 hp
Power (48–147 kW)
95–320 Nm
Torque (70–236 lb-ft)
6.7–15.5 s
0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
237 km/h
Highest top speed (147 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.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
1.0 MPI MT Hatchback1.0 litre gasoline64 hp 48 kW95 Nm15.5 s164 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.0 MPI MT Hatchback1.0 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW95 Nm15.5 s164 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.6 TDI MT Hatchback1.6 litre diesel79 hp 59 kW230 Nm12.9 s175 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.0 TGI MT Hatchback1.0 litre gasoline, lpg89 hp 66 kW160 Nm11.9 s183 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.6 MT liftback1.6 litre gasoline89 hp 66 kW155 Nm11.4 s184 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.0 TSI DSG Hatchback1.0 litre gasoline94 hp 70 kW175 Nm10.8 s187 km/hautomated manual, 7-speedFront wheel drive
1.0 TSI MT Hatchback1.0 litre gasoline94 hp 70 kW175 Nm10.8 s187 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.6 TDI DSG Hatchback1.6 litre diesel94 hp 70 kW250 Nm11.2 s185 km/hautomated manual, 7-speedFront wheel drive
1.6 TDI MT Hatchback1.6 litre diesel94 hp 70 kW250 Nm11.2 s185 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.6 AT liftback1.6 litre gasoline109 hp 81 kW155 Nm11.8 s190 km/hAutomatic, 6-speedFront wheel drive
1.6 MT liftback1.6 litre gasoline109 hp 81 kW155 Nm10.7 s195 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.0 TSI DSG Hatchback1.0 litre gasoline113 hp 85 kW200 Nm9.5 s200 km/hautomated manual, 7-speedFront wheel drive
1.0 TSI MT Hatchback1.0 litre gasoline113 hp 85 kW200 Nm9.5 s200 km/hManual, 6-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 AMT liftback1.4 litre gasoline123 hp 92 kW200 Nm9.2 s204 km/hautomated manual, 7-speedFront wheel drive
1.5 TSI DSG Hatchback1.5 litre gasoline148 hp 110 kW250 Nm——automated manual, 7-speedFront wheel drive
1.5 TSI MT Hatchback1.5 litre gasoline148 hp 110 kW250 Nm——Manual, 6-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 TSI GTI DSG Hatchback2.0 litre gasoline197 hp 147 kW320 Nm6.7 s237 km/hautomated manual, 6-speedFront wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 6th generation, hatchback and liftback.
Length4,053 mm160 in
Width1,751 mm69 in
Height1,461 mm58 in
Wheelbase2,551 mm100 in
Ground clearance170 mm7 in
Kerb weight1,105–1,355 kg2,436–2,987 lb
Boot space351–1,125 litres12–40 cu ft
Seats5
Turning circle10.6 m35 ft
Fuel tank40 litres11 US gal

Questions about the Volkswagen Polo 6th generation

What is the most powerful Volkswagen Polo 6th generation?

The 2.0 TSI GTI DSG hatchback, with 197 hp (147 kW) and 320 Nm of torque.

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

The quickest version, the 2.0 TSI GTI DSG hatchback, takes 6.7 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 have?

Engines from 1.0 to 2.0 litres, running on gasoline or diesel or gasoline, lpg. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Volkswagen Polo 6th generation?

About 4,053 mm long, 1,751 mm wide and 1,461 mm tall (160 in long), weighing 1,105–1,355 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.