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1.2 (70PS) SE manual 5-door (2009) - The new, fifth-generation Polo first appeared at the 2009 Geneva motorshow and as a 5-door it goes on sale in the UK on 16th October. As is the norm, the all-new model is larger than the Polo it repla... read more

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Carole Wayne, Lancashire

Volkswagen Polo SE 1.4 DSG 2009

3 star review

I bought the SE 1.4 5door model with the new 7speed DSG (twin clutch) gearbox and am generally happy with the car. The car has a very grown up feel to it and is very Audi like in the interior. with very good quality black upholstery and dashboard. The equipment level on the SE model is comprehensive, lacking only a few of the more upmarket models features such as air con instead of climate control and lacking the multi function trip computer and steering wheel controls for the audio system. The supplied audio system is, however. very good quality soundwise, albeit with a vivid blue display, which is at odds with the crisp white speedo/ tacho dials and the very professional looking red illumination for the dash switchgear. Several people have commented on the fact that they thought the car was a Golf until they say the badging on the tailgate, which I suppose is no bad thing, given the Golf’s popularity. All models in the range benefit from a neat little false floor in the boot and SE models and above have a sliding drawer under each front seat, very good for hiding all the clutter. Now to the not so good, The 7 speed DSG gearbox, whilst it does propel the 1.4 litre car along at a fairly brisk rate, shifts quickly and without any lag, except when pulling away from a standstill. This can be quite disconcerting when trying to emerge onto a busy roundabout for instance. I will address this problem at dealer level at the 1st service as it is not a major problem (yet). The gearbox has a choice of manual shift, automatic and sports automatic. Of these options most people will probably play with the manual ’tiptronic’ mode for a while before the novelty wears off, and then revert to the automatic side of the ’box. The automatic sport mode is possibly the most interesting as it allows shifts at a much higher rev rate and also changes down through the gears when slowing down (all very Maserati like !).On the move the car is quiet, rides well and handles poor road surfaces with ease. The car does feel, somehow, faster than the figures would lead you to believe, and when pressed the engine sounds subtly sporty. All in all a very well developed little car that thinks it’s a big car!

Submitted: 24/02/2010 16:07:48 | ID: 4704

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Josh Kelly, Shropshire

Volkswagen Polo 1.4 SEL AC 2009

3 star review

I recently visited my local dealership and I’m not at all impressed with the new Polo!! It’s not very nice looking and the cabin is so uninspiring to look at and sit in, it’s just so drab and boring. Theres a big gap lower down the dash where something should of been but they left it, leaving it a bit bland looking. Even out on the road I struggled to find something that I actually liked, the seats are very hard and un-supportive and the engine isnt exactly powerfull, also the suspension is quite stiff and the car overall has a very jiggly ride. I wont be purchasing the Polo but I have narrowed down my list to the Ibiza, 207 and Clio, So far the 207 is my favourite but it the most expensive and has the best equipment levels. The Ibiza is exactly the Polo only its got the good looks and a tempting price tag, the clio is very comfortable and is as nice to drive as the Peugeot but I have heard alot of bad reports about it. I’m pretty much stuck!!

Submitted: 24/02/2010 15:55:13 | ID: 4701

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Susan Leason, Surrey

Volkswagen Polo 1.4 3dr hatchback 1998

3 star review

I love this car, it has never needed any work doing on it and passes its MoT every year even though it doesn’t get a regular service. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a small car.

Submitted: 15/02/2010 14:58:54 | ID: 4619

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Nick Page, Ayrshire

Volkswagen Polo Match 1.4 TDi 2009

4 star review

Great looking little car with 15 inch alloys and colour coded bumpers. The car comes with all the toys and a comfortable driving position. One problem I have found with the 5 door is that being 6ft 3 the centre pillar can dig into your shoulder. On the road the car handles really well and the ride is as good a car from the next class up and is very refined. The 1.4, 3 cylinder diesel which puts out 70bhp is never going to set your pants on fire but is very torquey and pulls like a train from nothing. The car will cruise all day at 80mph on the motorway at just under 3000rpm and still give you nearly 50mpg! Overall, a great little car and after 13,000 miles since bought new in February it has proved very reliable. The only problems we’ve had are the seatbelt not retuning properly and a intermitant fault wih the cd multichanger making a noise like a helicopter.

Submitted: 23/09/2009 08:42:14 | ID: 3603

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Scott, Cheshire

Volkswagen Polo Match Silver 1.4 MPI 2001

5 star review

Excellent car, looks more classy than the other lower class cars such as Corsa etc. Plush car for a cheap price, absolutely fabulous. German cars are the best and I don’t know why people buy Renualt Clio / Vauxhall Corsa / Fiat Punto’s etc - they are just cheap compared to the Polo.

Submitted: 18/05/2009 08:40:50 | ID: 2967

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P, Surrey

Volkswagen Polo Twist 2004

3 star review

I really loved my car until it started giving me problems and only got rid of it recently. I think VW’s servicing and maintenance is too expensive. I had a warning light come on and they said I would need a new EGR and Cat replaced which would cost £900 with my discount. I thought if I do get any more problems it was going to be expensive. Also the VW garage I went too are not very helpful at all and I had to make a complaint in the end. I would only recommend getting a VW if you can afford the servicing as mine would cost in circa £300 to £400 a time. I would go for a Golf not a Polo.

Submitted: 14/04/2009 11:48:24 | ID: 2801

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Kelly McKechnie, Kent

Volkswagen Polo 1.4 2006

5 star review

I love my little car. Nippy but not juicy, stylish & well equipped.

Submitted: 11/07/2008 11:30:43 | ID: 1659

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Edward Hughes, Bedfordshire

Volkswagen Polo 1.4 SE 2006

5 star review

Good reliable car, comfortable with plenty of room. Now at 41,000 miles, mostly high speed motorway but still achieves well over 40mpg.

Submitted: 08/07/2008 12:44:17 | ID: 1647

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Stacy Riddings, Durham

Volkswagen Polo 1.2 60 E 2006

5 star review

Never lets me down, nice to drive, comfortable for driver and passengers, good boot which becomes masive with the back seats are folded down, cheap to run - can’t really ask for much more from a car can you?

Submitted: 24/04/2008 16:34:37 | ID: 1352

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James Kelly, Vale of Glamorgan

Volkswagen Polo Saloon 1996

4 star review

This does soak up the bumps and pot holes in the road surprisingly well, I found this car to be remarkable on fuel and cheap to insure but the handling is the only point of the car that lets it down but otherwise is a good all round car.

Submitted: 06/03/2008 09:23:25 | ID: 1105

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Alasdair McFarlane, Fife and Kinross Shires

Volkswagen Polo 1.4SE 2006

4 star review

Good all round machine; visibility "over shoulder" could be better. Unfortunately, developed cylinder head problems at 15,000 miles (running on three cylinders only). Solid, reliable & dependable but exudes no character when driven! Quite a bland motor.

Submitted: 20/02/2008 10:09:38 | ID: 1052

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Jennifer , England

Volkswagen Polo 2002

3 star review

Although this is my second polo, i have decided it will be my last, with common engine problems, i would recommend the old model any day but not this one.

Submitted: 11/02/2008 14:26:13 | ID: 1020

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Geoff Dagger, Lancashire

Volkswagen Polo 2003

3 star review

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Submitted: 05/11/2007 09:46:03 | ID: 511

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Julie Rainbird, Shropshire

Volkswagen Polo 1.4 Match 2001

4 star review

Excellent car. Comfortable, safe, roomy and easy to drive. It’s like a reliable old friend, always there for you.

Submitted: 05/11/2007 09:26:38 | ID: 504

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Tommy Taylor, Northumberland

Volkswagen Polo 102

4 star review

I like this car, nice ride, very economical, and not bad for a little runaround.

Submitted: 03/09/2007 09:32:00 | ID: 138

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Lyn, Warwickshire

Volkswagen Polo

4 star review

Surprisingly roomy, reliable car. Economical to run and cheap to insure.

Submitted: 24/07/2007 14:11:09 | ID: 7

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