Volkswagen Introduced the New Generation Polo Model

At the Auto Salon in Geneva, held in early March, was launched with a Polo model design and technical performance completely new. After its world premiere in Geneva, the new Volkswagen is also available in commercial network.

Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn: "The new Polo meet the demands of this high in the automotive world, and from this perspective, take a step forward. Technologies for highly efficient propulsion, an active and passive safety optimum quality unique to the present for the class to which the sovereign design and require new standards for the fifth generation of the bestseller with over 10.6 million units sold. Chairman of the Board of Volkswagen AG continued: 'Polo is undoubtedly the model for these times, the assertion is confirmed by the actual number of reservations for this model. We have created a Volkswagen concept which incorporates a unique model of success in a Golf own segment - Class Polo.

'It is obvious that redefines the standards for the Polo class, which is especially Chapter Protection of natural resources', says Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg, technical director for the development of Volkswagen brand. Dr. Hackenberg, completed: 'The new Polo TDI engine with 90 HP and BlueMotionTechnology package, benefits of a consumption of only 3.6 liters. Even our new propellant TSI 105 HP consumes only 5.5 liters. For the entire range of propellant gas we get a reduction in fuel consumption between 8 and 20 percent, and diesel engines Chapter reduction is between 5 and 15 percent.

In addition: there are no other model in this class so well thought and a high quality so that the new Polo. Comfort, quality and reliability have made an important step. An example: Polo model was designed, among other things, so you get five stars in EuroNCAP new test with more stringent standards. This performance contributes to improved body rigidity. Only feet in area, intrusions, which means resistance to deformation in the event of a frontal impact, was reduced by 50 percent! In case of a side impact, the intrusion was improved by 20 percent.

Amenities available in the secure version number

Europe version of the model recently presented Polo available in additional equipment in the range of the electronic stability control system ESP with assistance in starting up the ramp, a very efficient airbags, airbag including a combined area head and chest, the system tensionare belt safety and limitation of force to seat more secure witnesses for coupling belt and head restraints that attenuates the effects produced by impact trauma to the spine (for the front seats ), three head restraints for rear seats and Isofix attachment system for child seats properly.

Compared with the previous version, Volkswagen provides structure organized according to the line equipment: Trendline version is still the basic means Comfortline as we used, the average equipment. The novelty of the range - the chapter that follows the Polo Golf - is the top version of Highline. Even in Standard equipment Trendline Polo can be found at Chapter comfort among others electrohidraulic power steering, electrically operated windows front closure system, lighting system and mounting straps in the trunk, the witness for sound lights on, driver seat height adjustable on , of makeup mirrors in parasols and thermal windows with green shade. On the inside, the color 'Titanium Black' Metric and upholstery creates a very attractive environment.

Characteristics of high technology that can be individually combined

Optionally, clients who choose to model Polo can order their new facilities such as Volkswagen with static turning lights integrated into the headlamps fog, lights day (starting with the Comfortline), curtain airbags (system of airbags to head for the passengers places on the front and rear), radio systems or radio and integrated handsfree. Then will be available and a hatch headlamps and panoramic bixenon.

Weight loss, decreasing consumption

Despite significant improvements in all sections was the possible reduction in body weight Polo model by 7.5 percent. Propelled by taking new TDI and TSI, and a gear box with 7 steps to double clutch (DSG) are obtained at various power levels significantly lower values in terms of fuel consumption and emissions - as stated and Dr. Hackenberg . Notable performance in this chapter are provided by the new 1.2 TSI engine: propulsorul with direct injection gasoline four-cylinder, develops 77 kW / 105 HP, but consumes only 5.5 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers (129 g / km CO 2), it means a decrease by 20 percent compared with the previous model!

Polo Five new engines for the Polo

In the first year, the new Polo will have seven engines - four propellant gas and three diesel - with a power range between 44 kW / 60 HP up to 77 kW / 105 HP. Five of these engines are completely new or are available for the first time at the Polo.

Category of new engines are part all three propeller TDI (turbodiesel engine with direct injection), thanks to the Common-Rail Injection used for the first time Polo model, which works not only effective but also comfortable. Opportunities offered by TDI engine is shown in the representative version Polo 1.6 TDI with 66 kW / 90 HP: together with a package BlueMotionTechnology, it is remarked by an average consumption of 3.6 liters per 100 km and emissions of 96 g / km CO 2, with five being the places with the lowest fuel consumption and the lowest level of emissions of pollutants in the world. Package BlueMotionTechnology respectively propulsorul TDI 90 HP is available in versions equipped Comfortline and Highline.

Launch by end June

Production versions old Polo four door was still closed at the end of March since last week in June will follow the market launch of the bestseller sold millions of units in Germany, in a remarkable version of the optical and technical. After only two weeks, as indicated by the plan details logistical needs, Volkswagen will sell this model already in Europe, the Polo then be available on all continents.

Polo on the iPod and iPhone

With the new Polo, Volkswagen focuses mostly on the generation of 'mobile gameri': along with the model world premiere at Auto Salon in Geneva on 3 March 2009, in Apple App Stores was an electronic game released in the form of a motor-car the Polo model, available for iPhone and iPod touch. After only two weeks of initiating this type of innovative marketing, Volkswagen came in first place in standings downloaded programs in 39 countries and broke into the top ten positions in the standings and the program downloaded in the U.S.. Thus, along with advertising through traditional media and print media spots, Volkswagen mizeaza on interactivity by iPod touch and iPhone to promote the new Polo. And this option is successful: over 1.4 million discharges in the Apple App Store during a period of four weeks confirm the wave of enthusiasm generated by the new model Polo game contest 'Volkswagen Polo Challenge' in the world.

'Volkswagen Polo Challenge' contest is an interactive machine, in a remarkable three-dimensional quality, with a high level of detail and presentation of the race routes. In addition, downloaded file contains basic information about the new Polo. Those who wish to test the new Polo and really can now nearest Volkswagen dealer even through the game.