Due in the UK in January, the three-door Polo is now available to order in the UK. And actually, it’s a better looking car than its five-door sibling. The three door shape looks more aggressive and purposeful, but under the skin it’s the same competent little car.
Model designations are S, SE, Moda and SEL, with even the entry level S getting Air Bags, ABS, ESP and hydraulic brake assist, CD stereo, speed sensitive power steering and electric windows. Which for a starting price of £9,435 – and the build quality that comes as standard on a VW Polo – makes the Polo a good buy.
Engine choices are a pair of 1.6 litre diesels in either 74bhp or 88bhp, a pair of 1.2 litre petrols in either 59bhp or 69bhp and a 1.4 litre petrol with 84bhp.