Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.2 TSI (3 door)
Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.2 petrol description
Hatchback Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.2 TSI has been produced from January, 2009 to January, 2014. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.2 litres, which produces power of 105 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 175 Nm (Newton metres) on 1550 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and IHI 1634 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 210 up to 360 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
Although the engine has a chain, its lifetime is relatively short. Vibration at idling speed ...
This Volkswagen Polo 1.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.8 litres.
Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.2 TSI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.2 TSI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 190 km/h.
Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.2 TSI fuel consumption is 5.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (18.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 6.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 840 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 6.3 litres per 100 km, which is 19% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volkswagen Polo fuel consumption.
Volkswagen Polo safety
During safety testing Volkswagen Polo has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Polo is evaluated with very good rate 90 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 86 from 100, for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Polo got 41 points from 100.
Volkswagen Polo safety equipment has been rated as good - 71 percents from 100.

Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.2 TSI technical data
Model: | Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TSI | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2009. January ... 2014. January | ||
Engine: | 1197 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 124 g/km |
Power: | 105 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 175 NM ON 1550 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 190 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.7 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.3 (combined) 6.8 (urban) 4.5 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 6.3 l/100km (37.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 3.97m (length) 1.68m (width) 1.49m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 133 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 280 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1570 kg |
Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.2 TSI engine CBZB
Engine reliability and common problems:
Although the engine has a chain, its lifetime is relatively short. Vibration at idling speed tends to be excessive.Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 1197 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 71 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 75.6 mm |
Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.2 TSI oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3.8 litres (4 quarts) |
Power | 105 HP ON 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 NM ON 1550 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2009 |
Duration of production | 6 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2012 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Volkswagen Golf Skoda Fabia Seat Altea Skoda Yeti and 11 other models |
All Volkswagen Polo hatchback [2009 - 2014] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.2 60 Hp | 1.2 Petrol | 60 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.2 70 Hp | 1.2 Petrol | 70 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.2 TSI
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 105 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.2 TSI Automatic
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 105 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.2 TDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.2 Diesel | 75 HP | 3.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.4 | 1.4 Petrol | 85 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.4 Automatic | 1.4 Petrol | 85 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Volkswagen Polo 2009 GTI 1.4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds |
1.4 Petrol | 180 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.6 TDI
Most powerfull diesel version (90 HP) |
1.6 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volkswagen Polo 2009 1.6 TDI Automatic
Most powerfull diesel version (90 HP) |
1.6 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Automatic (7) |