Polo gets revamp
The VW Polo made its debut back in 1975 and now after five generations it has just undergone a major revamp to bring it bang up to date with all the demands of modern motoring.
Design-wise, there are not that many stand-out revisions but the new 2014 Polo does introduce LED daytime running lights and lots of new on-board technology.
But the biggest change is beneath the bonnet with models delivering much improved economy without compromising on performance.
VW predicts the Polo SE 1.0-litre 60PS will be the biggest seller and its tiny three-cylinder engine previously seen in the VW up! still packs plenty of punch.
The new Polo is easy on the eye with its smooth lines, 15inch alloys, tinted windows, body-coloured door handles and mirrors, bold front end and distinctive Blue Motion badging that suggests the economy will be impressive.
The interior is clutter-free but feature rich with a multi-media system controlled via a 6.5-inch colour touchscreen, DAB radio, air conditioning with dust and pollen filter, a flat-bottomed multi-function steering wheel and very clear instrumentation.
All the controls and dials are ideally positioned for ease of use.
Comfort levels are good for all occupants with ample leg room in the back. However, passengers alighting fro-Storage options within the Polo are impressive too - the generously-sized boot has a 208 litres capacity which can be increased in size to 952 litres thanks to 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
The Polo is available with a choice of engines and is well designed and built and packed with safety features.