1.0 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (95 ps)
Category: Hot hatch
Section: Version review
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RRP £24,455
Fuel type:
Petrol
Gearbox:
Automatic
Doors:
5 doors
Find your perfect Polo
The model
Read full Volkswagen Polo review
As a hot hatch, the VW Polo GTI provides fewer thrills than more focused and capable rivals, but it’ll cost you a fair amount less than them. Plus, it remains a fine all-rounder, offering tidy handling, a pleasant interior and a comfortable ride for the class.
The trim
Entry-level Life trim is actually our pick of the bunch. That’s because it keeps costs down but still gives you a good amount of kit, which includes 15in alloy wheels, manual air conditioning, rain sensing wipers, an 8.0in touchscreen infotainment system, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smartphone mirroring and an auto-dimming rear view mirror. For extra comfort, we’d advise adding the reasonably priced adjustable lumbar support.
The engine
Our favourite Polo engine gives you 94bhp to play with and offers plenty of shove from low revs. It really shines when you’re driving around town, where it feels suitably nippy, but is more than happy at motorway speeds. It actually makes the more powerful 1.0 TSI 110, that’s available with the R-Line trim, look like an unnecessary expense.
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Key information
Doors
5
Seats
5
0-62 MPH
11.5 seconds
Fuel Type
Petrol
Gearbox
7
Available colours
MPG
Official overall fuel economy figure
53.3
Boot Capacity
How much space is there?
351
litres
Emissions
Official emissions rating
121
g/km
The Life trim equipment
This table shows all items available in the Polo range, and what is included, optional or not available for this trim.
Audio and Communications
| DAB Radio | Included |
| Aerial | Included |
| Wireless Phone Charging | Included |
| Preparation for Navigation System with Media and Internet Package | Included |
| Radio | Included |
| We Connect and We Connect Plus Functionality | Included |
| Wireless App Connect | Included |
| eCall - Emergency Call Service | Included |
| Audio System Speakers | Included |
| USB | Included |
| 12V Socket | Included |
| Satellite Navigation | From £105.83 |
| Audio Systems | From £70.00 |
Exterior
| Wheels - 15in Alloys | Included |
| Door Mirrors | Included |
| Body Styling | Included |
| Disc Brakes in Front | Included |
| Door Mirrors - Electric | Included |
| Front Electric Windows | Included |
| Windows | Included |
| Rear Fog Light | Included |
| Tyre Repair Kit (inc Sealant/Foam Kit) | Included |
| Panoramic Sunroof - Opening | From £163.33 |
| Towbar | From £136.67 |
| Wheels - 16in Alloys | From £86.67 |
| Wheels - Spare Full Size | From £43.33 |
| Windows - Privacy Glass | From £43.33 |
| Wheels - Spare Wheel - Space Saver | From £43.33 |
Safety and Security
| Semi Autonomous Steering | Included |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Preparation - Rear | Included |
| Hill Start Assistance | Included |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking - City | Included |
| ESP - Electronic Stability Programme | Included |
| Airbags - Driver | Included |
| Airbags - Curtain | Included |
| Remote Central Locking | Included |
| Alarm | Included |
| Safety Equipment | Included |
| Keyless Entry | From £68.33 |
Interior
| Leather Gearshift Handle | Included |
| Three Rear Head Restraints | Included |
| Load Compartment | Included |
| Luggage Compartment Light | Included |
| Air Conditioning | Included |
| Armrest - Front Centre | Included |
| Floor Mats | Included |
| Chrome Plated Radiator Grille Inserts - Air Vent Surrounds and Light Switch Surrounds | Included |
| Digital Cockpit - Basic - 8in Display | Included |
| Door and Side Trim Panel | Included |
| Exterior Badge Deletion - Engine | Included |
| Storage | Included |
| Seats - Manual Adjustable | Included |
| Removable Luggage Compartment Floor | Included |
| Dashboard | Included |
| Handbrake Lever Handle in Leather | Included |
| Pedal Cluster - Standard | Included |
| Rain Sensitive Wipers | Included |
| Reading Lights - Two in the Front and Two in the Rear with Switch off Delay and Dimmer | Included |
| Rear Seat Bench Not Split - Backrest Split Folding 60-40 | Included |
| Standard Climatic Zones | Included |
| Standard Seats in Front | Included |
| Steering Wheel - Leather | Included |
| Sun Visors with Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Included |
| Ceramique Roof Lining | Included |
| Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror | Included |
| Climate Control | From £86.67 |
| Digital Cockpit Pro - 10.25in Display | From £74.17 |
| Seats - Heated | From £59.17 |
| Seats - Lumbar | From £22.50 |
Paint
| Red | From £160.83 |
| Grey | From £128.33 |
| Black | From £128.33 |
| Blue | From £128.33 |
| Silver | From £128.33 |
| Violet | From £128.33 |
| White | From £80.83 |
Illumination
| Headlights - Automatic On | Included |
| Headlight - Leveling System | Included |
| Headlights - LED | Included |
| Rear Lights - LED | Included |
| Front Fog Lights - with Cornering Function | From £37.50 |
Drivers Assistance
| Parking Assistance - Intelligent | Included |
| Cruise Control - Adaptive | Included |
| Driver Information | Included |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Included |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Included |
| Driver Attention Monitor and Driver Alert System | Included |
| Parking Assistance - Rear Camera | From £63.33 |
| Parking Assistance - Front Sensor | From £56.67 |
Performance
| Front Wheel Drive | Included |
| Power Assisted Steering | Included |
| Suspension | Included |
| Start-Stop System with Battery Regeneration | Included |
Upholstery
| Cloth | Included |
The 1.0 TSI Life Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (95 ps) specifications
Engine
| CC | 999 |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Fuel delivery | Turbo Common Rail |
Performance
| Top speed (mph) | 117 |
| Engine Power (PS) | 95 |
| Engine Power (bhp) | 94 |
| Engine Torque (lb ft) | 129 |
| Engine Torque (Nm) | 175 |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | Automatic |
| Gears | 7 speed |
Fuel
| Combined MPG | 53.3 |
| Fuel tank capacity (litres) | 40 |
Exterior
| Doors | 5 |
| Body type | Hatchback |
Interior
| Luggage capacity (litres - seats up) | 351 |
| Seats | 5 |
Technical
| Emissions (g/km) | 121 |
Dimension
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2552 |
| Width (mm) | 1751 |
| Height (mm) | 1451 |
| Length (mm) | 4074 |
| Kerb weight (mm) | 1135 |
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