Volkswagen Polo 1997 Estate car

This generation of Volkswagen Polo has been produced from August, 1997 to May, 2000. We can provide information about 5 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.

This Volkswagen (VW) is available with three petrol engines with displacement from 1.4 to 1.6 litres and power of from 60 to 100 horsepower un one diesel engine with displacement 1.9 litres and power of 64 HP.
The car is available with both manual (4 versions), as well as automatic (1 version) gearbox.

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Volkswagen Polo 1997 Estate car average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 6.8 to 9.1 litres per 100km, but for diesel engine - approximately 5.1 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Volkswagen Polo 1997 Estate car petrol engine version is Volkswagen Polo Variant 1.4, consuming 6.8 litres per 100km.
According to user reviews, Volkswagen Polo real-world fuel consumption is on average the same as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy. For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Volkswagen Polo modification.

Volkswagen Polo 1997 Estate car CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 163 to 221 grams per kilometer, but for diesel engine - approximately 152 grams per kilometer. From Volkswagen Polo with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Volkswagen Polo Variant 1.4 which produces an average of 163 grams of CO2 per kilometer.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 10.9 seconds has Volkswagen Polo Variant 1.6 100 Hp version, conversely the tardiest one is Volkswagen Polo Variant 1.9 SDI reaching this speed only in 16.9 seconds. The maximum top speed is 186 km/h for the 1.6 petrol 4-cylinder 100 hp version (Volkswagen Polo Variant 1.6 100 Hp).

Lenght of Volkswagen Polo is 414 cm, it is medium size car. Volkswagen Polo gross weight is from 1490 to 1620 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 11 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. Volkswagen Polo trunk space is 390 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 1250 litres.

This Volkswagen (VW) is relatively cheap - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 900 €. According to user reviews, average Volkswagen Polo repair costs are 25 € per year. Users calculated Volkswagen Polo 1997 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1700 € cost per year and 0.23 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 48%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 31% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Volkswagen Polo for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Volkswagen Polo prices and costs.

In user reviews Volkswagen Polo received average grade 7.0 (from 10) which is lower than average mark for similar aged cars (7.6). Ratings are quite controversial, both positive and not so good, read more in the reviews below. All authors of reviews would recommend Volkswagen Polo to the friend.

Volkswagen Polo modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Volkswagen Polo 1997 Variant 1.4

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.4 Petrol 60 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Polo 1997 Variant 1.6 75 Hp 1.6 Petrol 75 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Polo 1998 Variant 1.6 100 Hp Jan 1998 — Mai 2000

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.9 seconds

1.6 Petrol 100 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Polo 1998 Variant 1.6 100 Hp Automatic Aug 1998 — Mai 2000

Most powerfull petrol version (100 HP)
Only version with automatic transmission

1.6 Petrol 100 HP 9.1 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volkswagen Polo 1997 Variant 1.9 SDI 1.9 Diesel 64 HP 5.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Polo service and maintenanceOil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.

Volkswagen Polo safety

During safety testing Volkswagen Polo has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Polo is evaluated with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Polo got one star.

Volkswagen Polo prices

Volkswagen Polo 1997 - 2000 estate car price in Latvia is from 400 € to 1500 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Volkswagen Polo price is more below average - Volkswagen Polo is approximately for 35 percents cheaper then average estate cars of this age (compare estate cars 1997 - 2000 prices). Despite of relatively low price Volkswagen Polo quality is above average (see below), so this Volkswagen (VW) can be a good buy.

YearLowestAverageHighestAvailability
Volkswagen Polo 1997 price 400 € 900 € 1500 €

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Volkswagen Polo reliability and quality

According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Volkswagen Polo reliability is entirely high. In the roadworthiness tests in 2011 defects were detected in an average of only 19.1 percent of Volkswagen Polo of this generation (on average 13 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 26%.

Volkswagen Polo reliability and quality

Volkswagen Polo 1997 Estate car features (options)

Percentage of Volkswagen Polo with corresponding feature (option)

Adjustable steering wheel
58%
Roof bars (railings)
47%
Metallic paint
28%
Conditioning
26%
Sunroof
26%

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Volkswagen Polo reviews

Total 23 Volkswagen Polo owner reviews

Volkswagen Polo 1998 Hatchback Diesel 1.9 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2007 (age of car 9 years) Owned for:120`000 kilometers (9 years)
Average fuel consumption: 6.5 litres per 100km (70% urban driving)
Total car rating:
9
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   male, age 39
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