Volkswagen Polo VI
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GTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)
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GTI 2.0 TSI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 300 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.2 s
- Fastest top speed278 km/h173 mph
- Most powerful300 hp224 kW
- Highest torque496 Nm366 lb-ft
- Lightest1,250 kg2,756 lb
- Best power-to-weight240 hp/t179 kW/t4.2 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.3 L/100 km37.3 mpg US44.8 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption8.2 L/100 km28.7 mpg US34.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.2 L/100 km45.2 mpg US54.3 mpg UK
- Best estimated range635 km395 mi
- Largest trunk305 L
- Best overall score72/100
- Best performance score72/100
- Best economy score90/100
- Best practicality score71/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3)300 hp | VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2)260 hp | VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)236 hp | VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI200 hp |
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| Power | 300hp224kW+100 hp | 260hp194kW+60 hp | 236hp176kW+36 hp | 200hp149kW |
| Torque | 496Nm366lb-ft+176 Nm | 432Nm319lb-ft+112 Nm | 390Nm288lb-ft+70 Nm | 320Nm236lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,250kg2,756lb | 1,250kg2,756lb | 1,250kg2,756lb | 1,250kg2,756lb |
| Gross weight | 1,750kg3,858lb | 1,750kg3,858lb | 1,750kg3,858lb | 1,750kg3,858lb |
| Top speed | 278 km/h 173 mph | 265 km/h 165 mph | 256 km/h 159 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 63.3s99% target: 275 km/h / 171 mph-12.7 s Calculated | 68.5s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph-7.5 s Calculated | 71.6s99% target: 253 km/h / 157 mph-4.4 s Calculated | 76.0s99% target: 238 km/h / 148 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.2s-1.5 s | 5.7s-1.0 s | 6.0s-0.7 s | 6.7s |
| 0-200 km/h | 16.0s-10.1 s Calculated | 18.7s-7.4 s Calculated | 20.9s-5.2 s Calculated | 26.1s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.0s-1.4 s Calculated | 5.4s-0.9 s Calculated | 5.8s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.4s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.2s-1.6 s Calculated | 13.7s-1.0 s Calculated | 14.1s-0.6 s Calculated | 14.7s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 240hp/t179kW/t109hp/1000 lb Calculated | 208hp/t155kW/t94hp/1000 lb Calculated | 189hp/t141kW/t86hp/1000 lb Calculated | 160hp/t119kW/t73hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 397Nm/t266lb-ft/ton Calculated | 346Nm/t231lb-ft/ton Calculated | 312Nm/t209lb-ft/ton Calculated | 256Nm/t171lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 635km395mi Calculated | 635km395mi Calculated | 635km395mi Calculated | 635km395mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu in |
| Length | 4,067mm160in | 4,067mm160in | 4,067mm160in | 4,067mm160in |
| Width | 1,751mm69in | 1,751mm69in | 1,751mm69in | 1,751mm69in |
| Height | 1,438mm57in | 1,438mm57in | 1,438mm57in | 1,438mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,549mm100in | 2,549mm100in | 2,549mm100in | 2,549mm100in |
| Front track | 1,522mm60in | 1,522mm60in | 1,522mm60in | 1,522mm60in |
| Rear track | 1,496mm59in | 1,496mm59in | 1,496mm59in | 1,496mm59in |
| Ground clearance | 143mm6in | 143mm6in | 143mm6in | 143mm6in |
| Trunk volume | 305L | 305L | 305L | 305L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,079L | 1,079L | 1,079L | 1,079L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 40L | 40L | 40L | 40L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 300 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2) 260 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1) 236 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI 200 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3)300 hp | 4,900-6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,350 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2)260 hp | 4,900-6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,350 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)236 hp | 4,900-6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,350 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI200 hp | 4,900-6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,350 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3)300 hp | VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2)260 hp | VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)236 hp | VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI200 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.0 s | 5.4 s | 5.8 s | 6.4 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.2 s | 5.7 s | 6.0 s | 6.7 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 16.0 s | 18.7 s | 20.9 s | 26.1 s |
| Top speed | 278 km/h 173 mph | 265 km/h 165 mph | 256 km/h 159 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.3 s | 2.4 s | 2.4 s | 2.5 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.9 s | 6.1 s | 6.2 s | 6.5 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.7 s | 9.1 s | 9.3 s | 9.7 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.2 s | 11.6 s | 11.9 s | 12.4 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.2 s | 13.7 s | 14.1 s | 14.7 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 182 km/h 113 mph | 173 km/h 108 mph | 168 km/h 104 mph | 159 km/h 99 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3)300 hp | 300 hp 224 kW |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2)260 hp | 260 hp 194 kW |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)236 hp | 236 hp 176 kW |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI200 hp | 200 hp 149 kW |
Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 300 hp has 100 hp more than Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI 200 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI 200 hp and Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 300 hp: 100 hp (75 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3)300 hp | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2)260 hp | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)236 hp | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI200 hp | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3)300 hp | 1,250 kg 2,756 lb |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2)260 hp | 1,250 kg 2,756 lb |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)236 hp | 1,250 kg 2,756 lb |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI200 hp | 1,250 kg 2,756 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3)300 hp | 278 km/h 173 mph |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2)260 hp | 265 km/h 165 mph |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)236 hp | 256 km/h 159 mph |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI200 hp | 240 km/h 149 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3)300 hp | 5.2 s |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2)260 hp | 5.7 s |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)236 hp | 6.0 s |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI200 hp | 6.7 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 300 hp and Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI 200 hp: 1.5 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2) 260 hp and Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1) 236 hp, separated by only 0.3 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3)300 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2)260 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)236 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI200 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3)300 hp | 240 hp/t 179 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2)260 hp | 208 hp/t 155 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)236 hp | 189 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI200 hp | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3)300 hp | 635 km 395 mi |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2)260 hp | 635 km 395 mi |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)236 hp | 635 km 395 mi |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI200 hp | 635 km 395 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3)300 hp | 300 hp 224 kW | 5.2 s | 278 km/h 173 mph |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2)260 hp | 260 hp 194 kW | 5.7 s | 265 km/h 165 mph |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)236 hp | 236 hp 176 kW | 6.0 s | 256 km/h 159 mph |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI200 hp | 200 hp 149 kW | 6.7 s | 240 km/h 149 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3)300 hp |
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| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)236 hp |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3)300 hp |
| 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2)260 hp |
| 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)236 hp |
| 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI200 hp |
| 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 300 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3)300 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 5.2 s |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2)260 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 5.7 s |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)236 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 6.0 s |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI200 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 6.7 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3)300 hp | 240 hp/t 179 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2)260 hp | 208 hp/t 155 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)236 hp | 189 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI200 hp | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3)300 hp | VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2)260 hp | VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1)236 hp | VolkswagenPolo VIGTI 2.0 TSI200 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 300 hp 224 kW | 260 hp 194 kW | 236 hp 176 kW | 200 hp 149 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.2 s | 5.7 s | 6.0 s | 6.7 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 278 km/h 173 mph | 265 km/h 165 mph | 256 km/h 159 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,250 kg 2,756 lb | 1,250 kg 2,756 lb | 1,250 kg 2,756 lb | 1,250 kg 2,756 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 635 km 395 mi | 635 km 395 mi | 635 km 395 mi | 635 km 395 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 305 L 10.8 cu ft | 305 L 10.8 cu ft | 305 L 10.8 cu ft | 305 L 10.8 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 240 hp/t 179 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 208 hp/t 155 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 189 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 300 hp | Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2) 260 hp | Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 1) 236 hp | Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI 200 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.3 L/100 km37.3 mpg US44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km37.3 mpg US44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km37.3 mpg US44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km37.3 mpg US44.8 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.03 LC100 km | 11.03 LC100 km | 11.03 LC100 km | 11.03 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 17.74 LC100 mi | 17.74 LC100 mi | 17.74 LC100 mi | 17.74 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 945 L250 US gal208 UK gal | 945 L250 US gal208 UK gal | 945 L250 US gal208 UK gal | 945 L250 US gal208 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,654 LC/year | 1,654 LC/year | 1,654 LC/year | 1,654 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 300 hp
- Has 40 hp more
- Has 64 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 13 km/h (8 mph) higher top speed
- Has 32 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Volkswagen Polo VI GTI 2.0 TSI (Stage 2) 260 hp
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