Like the GTI version of the new Volkswagen Polo? Looking forward to a Volkswagen Polo R? Well, don’t. The German automaker is unlikely to launch an R version of the Polo, despite Audi having produced an all-wheel-drive version of its PQ25 platform for the new Audi A1 quattro. It has been long rumored that a [...]
Earlier this month it was reported that Volkswagen”s new R GmbH department is working on an R version of the new Polo. However, latest reports say that plans for the Volkswagen Polo R have been shelved to protect the upcoming Audi S1. Speaking at the launch of the new Polo GTI, Volkswagen’s technical chief, Dr. Ernst [...]
As much as we’d like to have one in the U.S., Volkswagen has no plans to bring the 2011 Polo GTI hatchback to the stateside. Of course, that means we’ll just have to be satisfied with the Golf GTI, which is not necessarily a bad thing… but we’re pretty greedy. Not to mention, we are [...]
Sources have revealed that Volkswagen’s new R GmbH department, which will be responsible for sporty exclusive models from V-dubs in the future, is working on an R version of the Polo hatchback for 2012. Insiders say that the Volkswagen Polo R is expected to be powered by a 1.6L turbocharged engine making around 210-hp. However, [...]
We’re huge fans of the 2010 Volkswagen GTI – we actually consider it one of the best bangs for your buck in terms of overall exhilarating performance driving for a vehicle priced under $24,000. Of course, we’re looking forward to getting the 2010 Volkswagen Golf R on the stateside as well, however, we’re a bit [...]
At the 2009 Wörthersee Volkswagen unveiled two new concepts including a customized version of the 2010 Golf GTI and the 2010 Polo. The two concepts celebrate the arrival of the two new Volkswagen models. Both models feature a firey-red color called “Firespark Metallic” and ride on 18 to 19-inch black/silver alloy wheels. Other modifications include smoked [...]
All of you Volkswagen Golf GTI fans are going to love this – well at least if you’re a Golf GTI fan that lives in the UK. According to AutoExpress, Volkswagen is planning the wildest, fastest and sportiest version of the Volkswagen Polo when it makes it debut in 2009. The Volkswagen Polo GTI will [...]
