Volkswagen Polo 1.6 - Now Launched.

Shynish M · 13th July 2010, 08:43 PM

As per the news, VW is all set to increase the production of its POLO by end of this year. By this expansion at Pune production facility, VW is expecting to make 400 units of POLO/Day. As of today, there are more than 10,000 bookings pending for POLO.

surendar · 13th July 2010, 09:06 PM

One of my college friend has ordered for a Polo,which is expected to be delivered in a few days time.
He first opted for silver,then grey and finally has decided on a red Polo.

AMG · 13th July 2010, 09:27 PM

Good that VW are increasing production.
It is the only way to get rid of the excess backlog.

Arun · 13th July 2010, 10:41 PM

They have no other choice in my opinion. The lone Chakan plant, isn't enough for the bookings which are increasing day by day. Volkswagen, along with increasing production has to set up a healthy after sales network. Only then, the mighty Germans will have a stand against the Japanese.

350Z · 13th July 2010, 10:43 PM

Keep the news about production aside for a while, Let me tell an interesting information, that is bookings for Polo 1.6 Liter has already begun at Rs.50,000 advance cash! The Polo with 1.6 liter heart produces 103.5 bhp at 5250 rpm and 15.6 kgm of torque at 3750 rpm, It'll officially roll out in the market in October this year.

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350Z

Arun · 13th July 2010, 10:45 PM

103.5 Bee-ayeH-pee? Oh my world, that thing is going to be a slick machine! I think it'll be the Polo Cup, we've heard so much about that is going to be launched.

350Z · 13th July 2010, 10:48 PM

Autocar India's estimated price guess for Polo 1.6 is Rs.7,10,000. The car will be available only in Highline variant.

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350Z

Shynish M · 13th July 2010, 10:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 350Z

Autocar India's estimated price guess for Polo 1.6 is Rs.7,10,000. The car will be available only in Highline variant.

That is on a pricey side

RSM · 13th July 2010, 11:02 PM

Come-on, we want 1.6L hatchback also, and now we are feeling its costly. They can't satisfy everybody.
I think, after Palio 1.6, we Indians are desperately missing some hatch with big engine.

AMG · 13th July 2010, 11:11 PM

Auto or Manual?

Shynish M · 13th July 2010, 11:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RSM

Come-on, we want 1.6L hatchback also, and now we are feeling its costly. They can't satisfy everybody.
I think, after Palio 1.6, we Indians are desperately missing some hatch with big engine.

However, 7.10 lakhs ex-showroom is on a pricy side I think.

Akash · 14th July 2010, 02:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RSM

Come-on, we want 1.6L hatchback also, and now we are feeling its costly. They can't satisfy everybody.
I think, after Palio 1.6, we Indians are desperately missing some hatch with big engine.

agree. Finally VW is moving on the right track. Btw it will be still cheaper than Jazz

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Marun · 14th July 2010, 08:46 AM

Wow, After a huge gap here comes a hot 1.6 ltr hatch.

After Palio 1.6, this is going to be a pure beast on roads. 7.10 is really pricey.
It will be fine with 6 to 6.50.

350Z · 14th July 2010, 09:35 AM

Specifications of Polo 1.6

Variants:

Highline

Engine:
1598cc, 4 Cylinders in-line producing max. power of 105 PS @ 5250 RPM and maximum torque of 153 NM @ 3750 RPM

Gearbox:
5-Speed Manual

Steering:
Electrical Hydraulic Power Assist.

Turning Radius:
4.97M

Acceleration:

0-100 : 11.1 Seconds

Top-Speed:

183.8 Kmph

Brakes:

Front: Discs
Rear: Drums

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350Z