Volkswagen Polo 2010 vs Volkswagen Golf 2008

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Volkswagen Polo
2010 - 2015
Volkswagen Golf
2008 - 2012
Body: SedanHatchback
The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Volkswagen Polo is available only with front wheel drive, while Volkswagen Golf can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive.
Engines: 1.6 (petrol)1.4 - 2.0 (petrol, diesel)

Performance

Power: 85 - 105 HP80 - 160 HP
Torque: 145 - 153 NM132 - 320 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.5 - 12.1 seconds8 - 13.9 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.5 - 7.04.9 - 7.1
Volkswagen Polo petrol engines consumes on average 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than Volkswagen Golf.
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Dimensions

Length: 4.38 m4.20 m
Width: 1.70 m1.79 m
Height: 1.47 m1.48 m
Volkswagen Polo is 18 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, 9 cm narrower, while the height of Volkswagen Polo is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 460 litres350 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data1305 litres
Volkswagen Polo has more luggage capacity.
Volkswagen Polo has 110 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Golf.
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters11 meters
The turning circle of the Volkswagen Polo is 0.2 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Golf.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`673~ 1`861
Safety: no data
Quality:
above average

above average
Average price (€): 44004000
Rating in user reviews: 6.0/10 8.7/10
Pros and Cons: Volkswagen Polo has
  • only petrol engines available
  • roomier boot
Volkswagen Golf has
  • available with 4x4 drive
  • petrol and diesel engines available
  • lower fuel consumption for petrol engines
  • fewer faults
  • higher ratings in user reviews
  • lower price
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