Volkswagen Polo 1994 Hatchback
Good economic
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This generation of Volkswagen Polo has been produced from October, 1994 to November, 1999. We can provide information about 11 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.
This Volkswagen (VW) is available with six petrol engines with displacement from 1.0 to 1.6 litres and power of from 45 to 100 horsepower un one diesel engine with displacement 1.9 litres and power of 64 HP.
The car is available with both manual (9 versions), as well as automatic (2 versions) gearbox.
Volkswagen Polo 1994 hatchback average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 5.9 to 8.6 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 4.7 to 5.6 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Volkswagen Polo 1994 hatchback petrol engine version is Volkswagen Polo 1.0 50 Hp, consuming 5.9 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Volkswagen Polo 1994 hatchback diesel - Volkswagen Polo 1.9 SDI for 100 kilometers consumes 4.7 liters of diesel.
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 1994 hatchback CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 142 to 206 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 157 to 160 grams per kilometer. From Volkswagen Polo with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Volkswagen Polo 1.0 50 Hp which produces an average of 142 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Volkswagen Polo diesels least CO2 distributes Volkswagen Polo 1.9 SDI - 157 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 10.5 seconds has Volkswagen Polo 1.4 16V version, conversely the tardiest one is Volkswagen Polo 1.0 45 Hp reaching this speed only in 21.4 seconds. The maximum top speed is 188 km/h for the 1.4 petrol 4-cylinder 100 hp version (Volkswagen Polo 1.4 16V).
Lenght of Volkswagen Polo is 372 cm, it is small car. Volkswagen Polo gross weight is from 1375 to 1450 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 245 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 975 litres.
This Volkswagen (VW) is in average price group - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 750 €. According to user reviews, average Volkswagen Polo repair costs are 20 € per year. Users calculated Volkswagen Polo 1994 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1700 € cost per year and 0.28 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 46%, 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 7.4 (from 10) it corresponds to average rate for cars of this age. 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 |
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| Volkswagen Polo 1995 1.0 45 Hp Jan 1995 — Oct 1996 | 1.0 Petrol | 45 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen Polo 1996 1.0 50 Hp
Oct 1996 — Nov 1999 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.0 Petrol | 50 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen Polo 1994 1.3 Oct 1994 — Aug 1995 | 1.3 Petrol | 55 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen Polo 1995 1.4 Aug 1995 — Nov 1999 | 1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen Polo 1996 1.4 Automatic Mar 1996 — Nov 1999 | 1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Volkswagen Polo 1997 1.4 16V
Jan 1997 — Nov 1999 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.5 seconds |
1.4 Petrol | 100 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen Polo 1994 1.6 Oct 1994 — Aug 1995 | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen Polo 1995 1.6 Aug 1995 — Nov 1999 | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen Polo 1996 1.6 Automatic Jan 1996 — Nov 1999 | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Volkswagen Polo 1995 1.9 D Aug 1995 — Nov 1999 | 1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen Polo 1997 1.9 SDI
Jan 1997 — Nov 1999 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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 1994 - 1999 hatchback price in Latvia is from 400 € to 1400 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Volkswagen Polo price is average - Volkswagen Polo is approximately for 11 percents cheaper then average hatchbacks of this age (compare hatchbacks 1994 - 1999 prices). Despite of relatively low price Volkswagen Polo quality is above average (see below), so this Volkswagen (VW) can be a good buy.
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Polo 1999 price | 500 € | 900 € | 1300 € | |
| Volkswagen Polo 1997 price | 400 € | 800 € | 1400 € | |
| Volkswagen Polo 1995 price | 400 € | 700 € | 1200 € | |
| Volkswagen Polo 1994 price | 500 € | 600 € | 700 € |
Volkswagen Polo total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Volkswagen Polo? Users calculated Volkswagen Polo 1994 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1700 € cost per year and 0.28 € cost per one kilometer.
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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 2010 defects were detected in an average of only 17.3 percent of Volkswagen Polo of this generation (on average 14 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 24.1%.
Volkswagen Polo 1994 hatchback features (options)
Percentage of Volkswagen Polo with corresponding feature (option)
52% Metallic paint
36% Sunroof
24% Conditioning
23%
Volkswagen Polo 1994 hatchback photo images
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Volkswagen Polo reviews
Total 23 Volkswagen Polo owner reviews
| 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 cost of repairs: | 395 € (~ 43 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Durable, reliable. Perfect for the city - a small, nimble as karting. Very warm in winter and is warming up just fast, driving or standing - 3 min. and starts blowing warm air.
Cons: Lack of power outside city, but can tolerate it due to other qualities.
| Purchase year: | 2004 (age of car 9 years) | Owned for: | 130`000 kilometers (12 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 6.0 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 85 € (~ 7 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Convenient and inexpensive service. With forced engine goes well, a good burst.
Cons: The car is small, although with a 4 door, latrer people will not have enough space.
| Purchase year: | 2017 (age of car 21 year) | Owned for: | 22`000 kilometers (1 year) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 5.0 litres per 100km (10% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 330 € (~ 330 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Economic, cheap repairs, trusted. The dynamics is enough for city.
| Purchase year: | 2012 (age of car 14 years) | Owned for: | 40`000 kilometers (4 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 5.8 litres per 100km (10% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 112 € (~ 28 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: A nice car. Cheap service
Cons: Small baggage compartment
| Purchase year: | 2006 (age of car 8 years) | Owned for: | 85`000 kilometers (10 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 4.8 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 90 € (~ 9 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Good economic
| Purchase year: | 2009 (age of car 10 years) | Owned for: | 20`000 kilometers (7 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 6.0 litres per 100km (100% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 145 € (~ 20 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2019 (age of car 23 years) | Owned for: | 7`000 kilometers (0 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (20% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 834 € | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend