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Say Hi To The 132kW Polo GTI

Say Hi To The 132kW Polo GTI

Date: 2014-11-14

The new Polo GTI lives up to its legendary name with superior handling properties combined with uncompromising engine dynamics and a maximum of safety. The list of high-tech features runs through the new Polo GTI like a common theme. Take the engine: This Polo is powered by a new 1.4-litre TSI with petrol direct injection plus turbo and supercharging.

Power is transferred to the front wheels via a 7-speed DSG. An electronic transverse differential lock (XDS) reduces understeer and improves handling in fast driving through curves.

The Polo GTI is extremely agile and super efficient. Weighing 1,269 kg, the Polo GTI accelerates to 100 km/h in just 6.9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 229 km/h. At the same time, it is the most fuel-efficient and lowest emitting GTI of all time. Combined fuel consumption is just 5.9 litres per 100 kilometres. That is equivalent to CO2 emissions of just 139 g/km.

The combination of direct injection, supercharger and turbocharger generates plenty of excitement in this segment. The 132 kW 16-valve four-cylinder engine reaches its maximum power at 6,200 rpm. Its maximum torque of 250 Newton metres is also impressive for an engine of this size. This torque is achieved from 2,000 rpm and stays at a constantly high level up to 4,500 rpm.

Having a positive effect on this dynamic is the standard 7-speed DSG. The direct shift gearbox unifies the sports appeal and economy of a manual gearbox with the operating convenience of an automatic. As an alternative to the fully-automatic mode, the DSG may also be shifted manually - either by gearshift lever via the Tiptronic shift gate or via the standard shift paddle on the steering wheel.

When it comes to safety, the Polo GTI is fully equipped with generously dimensioned brakes and ESP. Networked with this are numerous other electronic modules such as the anti-lock braking (ABS), hill hold control, anti-slip regulation (ASR), engine drag torque control (MSR) and electronic differential locks (EDL). Tyre pressure is also sensed by the standard tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

The Volkswagen Polo GTI comes standard with a 3 year / 120 000km warranty and a 12 year Anti Corrosion warranty. A 5 year/ 60 000km Volkswagen Automotion Maintenance Plan as well as a 5 year/ 60 000 km Service Plan are optional.

Contact McCarthy Volkswagen Umhlanga on 031 566 9700 to arrange a test drive in this pocket rocket, or just pop into their showroom at 6 - 8 Sunset Crescent, Umhlanga Ridge.