Apparently remembering the success of the first people's car, Volkswagen decided to launch its cheap and mass-produced car, the Volkswagen polo, on the Russian market. The new car has a traditional German quality, and reliability, and is designed for the widest consumer. And although this is not, however, its price is quite low. The assembly will be carried out at the company's new plant in Kaluga.
The appearance of this model was preceded by a variety of tests and trials in various geographical regions of Russia, as well as fuel quality control. Therefore, the car has reliable engine, good anti-corrosion treatment of the body and, of course, a suspension adapted to our roads. Enamels and chrome elements of the body are also resistant to natural influences.
The new Volkswagen Polo Sedan presents the driver with excellent workmanship combined with high functionality of modern equipment. The choice of body type is also not accidental: traditionally, the sedan is very popular in Russia and the Commonwealth countries.
Feedback from Volkswagen Polo Sedan owners
The car is equipped with a reliable and unpretentious gasoline engine with a working volume of 1.6 liters and a capacity of 105 Horse power. Thanks to this volume, the engine perfectly combines traction and economical characteristics, but it will be far from small for it.
As the popularity of automatic transmissions in Russia is growing, the Volkswagen Polo sedan, both mechanical and automatic boxes gear shifting. The automatic transmission has a “Tiptronic” manual shift function, which provides the driver with venous dynamics and comfort.
Volkswagen Polo dimensions are the largest in this class. Its width is 1699 mm, length - 4384 mm, height - 1465 mm, which is not far from the dimensions. Wide wheelbase allows rear seat passengers to feel quite cozy and comfortable. Volume luggage compartment is 460 liters.
AT positive feedback owners can often hear about the high level of car safety. So, in the basic version of the Volkswagen Polo has two airbags for the passenger front seat and for the driver.
AT top versions additionally, other security systems are offered, which are often not available in other cars budget class in particular the side airbags and ESP system.
By a full-fledged spare wheel in the trunk and folding rear seats it can be seen that the car was developed for a Russian motorist. Complete sets were also selected taking into account our needs. For example, the Comfortline version has seat heating and electric heating. windshield.
The basic equipment for the Volkswagen Polo Sedan is called Trendline and includes:
Airbags for front passenger and driver;
Height-adjustable driver's seat;
Steering column adjustable for reach and height;
Electromechanical power steering;
Power windows for all doors;
Electronic immobilizer;
Radio preparation, which includes 4 speakers and an internal antenna;
Trip computer with multifunctional display;
14-inch steel wheels with decorative caps;
Central locking.
The basic equipment for the Volkswagen Polo sedan called Comfortline contains (complementing the Trendline package):
Body-coloured exterior mirrors and door handles;
Exterior mirrors electrically heated and electrically adjustable;
15-inch wheels with full-size decorative caps;
Coloring "mother-of-pearl" or "metallic";
Instruments with white trim;
The Highline package for the Volkswagen Polo Sedan includes (in addition to the Comfortline package):
15-inch alloy wheels;
Chrome lining on the air intake;
Original fabric upholstery for all seats, made in the style of "Livon";
Fog lights;
Air conditioner;
Central armrest front;
Radio/CD/MP3;
And other.
Moreover, in addition to Highline equipment, you can purchase the Premium package, which includes:
Electronic systems ESP, ABS, ASR and EDS;
Fully automatic climate control "Climatronic";
Chrome lining on the trunk;
Anti-theft system equipped with an electronic immobilizer;
Side airbags for the front passenger and driver;
Steering wheel with chrome insert and leather trim;
Rear parking sensors;
Radio "RCD-310" and 4 speakers rear and front;
The top versions offer an ESP system and side airbags;
When testing the sedan, we were pleasantly surprised by the car's handling: it confidently keeps on a high-speed straight, quickly and easily dives into turns. Like any front-wheel drive car with a properly tuned chassis, the “Russian German” expectedly straightens the trajectory and immediately returns to it when the gas is released. Absolutely no surprises and provocations - all in the strict rules of German decency. There is no racing passion and sharpness in his behavior, but on our roads it is perhaps more positive quality than a disadvantage.
To be honest, our team expected more discomfort from the dense suspension of the Polo on the unevenness of our tracks. But pretty quickly we found out that the springs and shock absorbers of the Volkswagen regularly filter all sorts of road trifles, but also protect the body from bumps and shocks when hitting speed bumps or when the wheel gets into deep and dangerous potholes. Surprisingly, in terms of the energy intensity of its suspension, the German sedan is in no way inferior to its closest competitor, Logan. Yes, and with soundproofing at the Polo, everything is in order: the rumble from rubber becomes audible in the cabin only at speeds above 140 km / h. The only thing that can annoy you is the sound of the engine: barely audible on idling rumble under load quickly develops into a hoarse and loud growl.
Volkswagen polo sedan price
As for the price, at first glance, "Volkswagen" prices are very attractive. And indeed it is. Look - a modern European car with a volumetric engine, power windows, central locking, two airbags and a trip computer - you can buy a Volkswagen Polo sedan for 399 thousand rubles. There is not enough except for ABS, and possibly air conditioning. But these benefits are available in Comfortline, and the cost will already be 501,000 rubles.
Therefore, with such pricing policy, and its excellent performance, the Volkswagen Polo sedan can really become the most people's car in Russia.
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Beautiful in a new way and still reliable - this is how the Kaluga "state employee" Volkswagen Polo in a sedan is advertised today. The honest working class did not have time to acquire fresh versions of the car, produced in as many as 4 trim levels - from the inexpensive Concept Line and Trendline to the stuffed Comfortline and Highline, as German manufacturer dealt another blow to Russian market. The model range in domestic Volkswagen dealerships has been replenished with a new “star” - the Allstar version (Ol Star).
Available vehicle versions
But let's start the analysis in order. For true "Spartans" the Kaluga plant assembles Conceptline. This is the basic equipment with the current price tag of 579,500 rubles. If you join the program for the disposal of old "utensils", then you can drop the "ballast" of 50,000 rubles from the price. Nothing remarkable in the equipment package can be found here.
All equipment corresponds to the standard equipment of any modern car. Conventional 14" steel wheels, electronic ABS, heater rear window, power windows, unpretentious acoustics with 4 speakers, fabric seat upholstery and small elements of artificial leather - nothing more.
Additionally, future owners of the Volkswagen Polo sedan can choose from various metallic shades for the body, as well as a couple of colors for the interior.
Before "pumping" engine compartment, which occurred in November 2015, the manufacturer installed an internal combustion engine with a volume of 1.6 liters and a return of 85 hp on the “base”. After restyling, motorists got the opportunity to purchase a new base Volkswagen Polo with a 90-horsepower engine. No changes have happened to the transmission - next to the "aspirated" under the hood, there is still a 5-speed "mechanics".
The Trendline package looks a little more interesting. Without a recycling discount, the Kaluga sedan can be picked up from official dealer for 613,500 rubles. Perhaps the only difference between the Trendline and the basic version in the equipment package is the presence of the first Climatic air conditioning system. But this is with the 90-strong "Kaluga".
There are also enough innovations in the cabin: climate control, electric heating of the windshield, high-quality Livon brand fabric on the seats in black or beige, central armrest, central locking with remote control, "anti-theft" and "pumped" radio RCD320 - all this complements the already tight package technical equipment"budget".
In the pre-styling version, the consumer could get a 105-strong “aspirated” with a volume of 1.6 liters. Now the happy owners of the Kaluga sedan in the Highline configuration drive a 110 hp engine. True, some choose a 5-speed mechanical transmission, others prefer automatic transmission with 6 gears.
Finally, the last Kaluga "fighter", who recently got into the lineup manufacturer, - Allstar equipment (Ol star). A “brazen” car with a daring Copper Orange coloring recently burst into dealerships. In fact new version The Russian sedan has been released into the wild for those who appreciate fashion and style. As an encouragement (and, of course, to stimulate sales), the "officials" launched a March promotion for the "state employees". The discount reaches as much as 90,000 rubles, and the price tag is now 599,500 rubles.
"Maximum speed" new configuration There is practically nothing to add to Ol Star. The side mirrors, apart from heating and electric adjustments, have an electric drive for folding. The power windows have a comfort opening function. Instead of a conventional steering wheel, a multifunctional "steering wheel" is installed, touch screen and phone calls. On this technical advantages are probably ending.
But how the developers decorated the interior of Ol Star! The handles of the levers were covered with high-quality leather and stitched with a thin line. All chairs are upholstered in an expensive Anthracite Pentastripe fabric, which is highly durable. The Ol Star pedals feature stylish aluminum overlays. You won't notice right away.
The star “hero” of the German concern never knew about the 105-horsepower engine. So, among the engine compartment equipment, both modified engines with returns of 90 and 110 hp are offered. and standard manual and automatic transmissions.
Thus, all configurations of the Kaluga car can be divided into three camps. The first includes "base" and Trendline with minimal differences from each other. In the second - top-end Comfortline and Highline with a rich package of technical equipment. Finally, the last group can include a bright and emotional Ol Star with an abundance of chrome and decorative ornaments both in the exterior and in the car.
Tire marking, wheel size Polo Sedan
For cars Volkswagen Polo sedan, depending on the configuration, install tires of the following sizes: 175/70 R14, 185/60 R15, 195/55 R15.
The designation of the tire is applied to its sidewall.
For example, the designation 195/55 R15 85H is decrypted as follows:
- 195 – tire width, mm;
- 55 – profile height to width ratio, %;
- R– radial tire;
- 15 - disc diameter in inches;
- 85 - load capacity index (Table 14.1);
- H- speed index (Table 14.2).
You will find a large selection in the online tire store. Choosing auto products for your car on the Internet, you get a highly qualified service, always a great choice.
| Load index | |
|---|---|
| 50 | 190 |
| 51 | 195 |
| 52 | 200 |
| 53 | 206 |
| 54 | 212 |
| 55 | 218 |
| 56 | 224 |
| 57 | 230 |
| 58 | 236 |
| 59 | 243 |
| 60 | 250 |
| 61 | 257 |
| 62 | 265 |
| 63 | 272 |
| 64 | 280 |
| 65 | 290 |
| 66 | 300 |
| 67 | 307 |
| 68 | 315 |
| 69 | 325 |
| 70 | 335 |
| 70 | 345 |
| 72 | 355 |
| 73 | 365 |
| 74 | 375 |
| 75 | 387 |
| 76 | 400 |
| 77 | 412 |
| 78 | 426 |
| 79 | 437 |
| 80 | 450 |
| 81 | 462 |
| 82 | 475 |
| 83 | 487 |
| 84 | 500 |
| 85 | 515 |
| 86 | 530 |
| 87 | 545 |
| 88 | 560 |
| 89 | 580 |
| 90 | 600 |
| 91 | 615 |
| 92 | 630 |
| 93 | 650 |
| 94 | 670 |
| 95 | 690 |
| 96 | 710 |
| 97 | 730 |
| 98 | 750 |
| 99 | 775 |
| 100 | 800 |
| 101 | 825 |
Sometimes, in addition to the load index or instead of it, the permissible load is indicated on the tire - "MAX LOAD 515 KG".
| Speed index | Maximum speed, km/h |
|---|---|
| A | 40 |
| B | 50 |
| C | 60 |
| D | 65 |
| E | 70 |
| F | 80 |
| G | 90 |
| J | 100 |
| K | 110 |
| L | 120 |
| M | 130 |
| N | 140 |
| P | 150 |
| Q | 160 |
| R | 170 |
| S | 180 |
| T | 190 |
| U | 200 |
| H | 210 |
| V | 240 |
| W | 270 |
| Y | 300 |
Depending on the type and country of manufacture, additional designations may be applied to the side surface of the tire, giving more detailed information about this model. The following are the most common designations:
Reinforced(reinforced) - tire with increased load capacity;
regroovable- a tire with the possibility of deepening the pattern by cutting;
Steel(Steel belted) - a tire with a surrounding metal cord;
Sometimes on the sidewall of the tire, instead of the designation “Steel” (or in addition to it), a complete list of materials that make up the individual elements of the tire tread design (“Plies tread” - the composition of the tread layer) can be indicated.
TWI(tread wear index) or triangular symbol - indicates the location of the wear indicators.
Wear indicators are made in the form of ledges BUT inside the tread grooves. After the tread has worn down to the level of these indicators, the tire is considered unserviceable. In addition to wear indicators, a scale is applied to the tire tread B with a range of 2–7 mm, next to which a groove of variable depth is made. As the tread wears out, the groove shortens, pointing with its end to the actual thickness of the tread.
The residual tread height must not be less than 1.6 mm;
safety warning(for US and Canadian market tires) – text on English language, explaining some features of the safe use of the tire;
date of manufacture of the tire - consists of four digits, the first two indicate the week, and the last two indicate the year of manufacture (before 2000 - three digits, the last one of which is the year of manufacture); 
PCT- a symbol of compliance with current safety standards established by Rosstandart; 
E with a number - the code of the country that issued the certificate of conformity according to the UNECE rules. Next is the identification or serial number of the tire (up to 11 numbers and letters);
Tubeless– tubeless tire design;
Tubed Tire– chamber design of the tire;
Sidewall– composition of the sidewall layer;
rotation(arrow) – direction of rotation;
DA(stamp) - minor manufacturing defects that do not interfere with normal operation.
For tires with an asymmetric tread pattern, indicate the correct position of the tire on a Volkswagen Polo sedan:
Left– the tire is established on the left side of the car;
Right- the tire is installed on right side car;
outside(Side facing outwards) - the outer side of the installation;
Inside(Side facing forwards) inner side installation.
Often, the tire can be marked with operating conditions, such as:
M+S(Mud + Snow) - "mud" and "snow";
R+W(Road + Winter) - "road" and "winter";
Winter- "winter";
Rain- "rain";
Water or Aqua- "water";
A.W.(Any weather) - "all-weather".
All Season North America(“all seasons of North America”), etc. - tires designed for use in specific conditions.
Some manufacturers use icons instead of letters (sun, snowflake, cloud, etc.).
| Kinds Volkswagen configurations Polo
If we look for an analogy of the Volkswagen Polo car that is close and understandable to the domestic reader, then the best comparison there will be Lada "six", which was produced in the period from 1976 to 2001. Only "Polo" after several restylings and generations is produced to this day and will be produced for quite a long time.
Naturally, this comparison with Lada 6 does not apply to technical characteristics and it is appropriate to cite it only to make it clear how much popularity Polo has gained in the west and around the world.
The debut of this subcompact car, developed on the basis of a successful Audi car 50, took place in 1976. After the launch of the Volkswagen Polo series, it became the third full member of the family of the German auto giant, along with the Golf and Passat. The original appearance of this car was developed under the authorship of the famous designer Marcello Gandini, which was one of the reasons for the popularity of this car.
At the moment, the Polo family is represented by fifth generation cars. They have gone far from their subcompact predecessors and are compact and stylish cars, whose interiors are equipped with many options.
The number of options, as well as the level of technology used to improve the comfort and safety of the driver and passengers, will depend on the configuration, of which there are several in the fifth generation:
- CONCEPTLINE;
- TRENDLINE;
- COMFORTLINE;
- HIGLINE.
Each of the configurations is listed in ascending order of price.
CONCEPTLINE equipment:
Concept Line is the most affordable and budget version of the popular Jetta sedan. It will be equipped with a powerful 1.6-liter engine with 105 horsepower. This engine is capable of working with a 5-speed mechanical box and a more progressive 6-band automatic transmission.
The package includes:
- embedded in side mirrors direction indicators;
- height-adjustable driver's seat;
- heated mirrors and washer mechanism;
- reinforced suspension and additional thermal insulation for domestic road and climatic conditions;
- front airbags;
- air curtains for all passengers;
- air conditioning and power windows;
- steering wheel electromechanics;
- ABS with brake boosters;
- steel wheels R15;
- 4 speakers in the audio system.
Volkswagen TRENDLINE
In this configuration, there are 3 types of engine, differing in volume, type and power. Also, these types differ in the number of steps in the boxes (they are automatic): from 6 to 7.
The basic configuration of the "Trendline" is as follows:
- 16 inch wheels adapted to Russian roads;
- 3-spoke multifunction steering wheel with electromechanics;
- heated driver and front passenger seats, as well as windshield and side mirrors;
- seat upholstery made of non-marking microfiber fabric;
- 6 airbags surrounding the cabin;
- ESP and ABS and several other systems to improve the controllability of the car and driving safety;
- dashboard display;
- air conditioner;
- audio system with 4 speakers.
It is possible to expand the basic configuration to several options.
COMFORTLINE for Polo
This equipment can please its owner with 2 types of gearboxes to choose from. One of them is the standard 6-speed manual of the new family, and the second is a 7-speed automatic transmission with two clutches. Also, Comfortline, regardless of the box, is equipped with a 1.8 turbocharged engine with a capacity of 152 horsepower.
Comes with:
- alloy wheels R16;
- climate control system;
- combined protection against theft;
- driver fatigue detection system;
- leather three-spoke steering wheel with electromechanics;
- anti-vandal system for side mirrors (automatic folding into side niches);
- specific decorative elements.
Comfortline can be upgraded from the basic configuration to several others.
Equipment HIGHLINE
Highline is the crown of this Volkswagen family. Simply put, top equipment for the most demanding and wealthy customers. It has 3 types of turbocharged engine, among them 2 gasoline, 1.8 and 2.0, and one diesel. Their power can reach 180, 220 and even 280 horsepower. There are also 2 boxes 6 and 7-speed automatic transmission with two clutches.
- wheels R17;
- puncture resistant tires;
- leather upholstery;
- decoration of the torpedo under aluminum with "rough polishing";
- tire inflation sensor.
In addition, the package includes climate control, retractable side mirrors, auto-heating windows and other options available in cheaper cars of the latest family. You can read more about this. At the link provided, you can find detailed and detailed descriptions of each of the kits, as well as its exact specifications.