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Volkswagen Polo Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1999–2001) — Third Generation Restyling

Meet the restyled third-generation Volkswagen Polo, offered in Sedan, Mini 5-doors, and Mini 3-doors. This model combines compact practicality with a range of efficient engines and transmissions to suit different driving needs.

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Volkswagen Polo Engines and Transmissions

The Volkswagen Polo engine lineup balances fuel economy and everyday performance. Efficiency-focused drivers might choose the 1.9-liter diesel with a manual transmission, which delivers strong low-end torque for relaxed cruising and is a sensible option for long commutes or high-mileage use. Its manual gearbox keeps you engaged while maximizing fuel savings. For a smoother, easier drive, the 1.6-liter gasoline paired with an automatic transmission suits city traffic and stop-and-go situations.

Sedan — Volkswagen Polo Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Volkswagen Polo Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.9 MTDiesel1896 cm³64 hp47 kW124 N⋅mManualFWD

Mini 5-doors — Volkswagen Polo Engines and Transmissions

Mini 5-doors Volkswagen Polo Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.2 MTGasoline1198 cm³54 hp40 kW106 N⋅mManualFWD
1.4 MTGasoline1390 cm³54 hp40 kWNot providedManualFWD
1.6 MTGasoline1595 cm³101 hp74 kW145 N⋅mManualFWD
1.4 MTDiesel1422 cm³75 hp55 kW195 N⋅mManualFWD
1.4 MTDiesel1422 cm³90 hp66 kWNot providedManualFWD
1.7 MTDiesel1716 cm³60 hp44 kW115 N⋅mManualFWD
1.9 MTDiesel1896 cm³64 hp47 kW124 N⋅mManualFWD
1.0 MTGasoline999 cm³50 hp37 kW86 N⋅mManualFWD
1.4 MTGasoline1390 cm³60 hp44 kW116 N⋅mManualFWD
1.4 ATGasoline1390 cm³60 hp44 kW116 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
1.4 MTGasoline1390 cm³75 hp55 kW126 N⋅mManualFWD
1.4 ATGasoline1390 cm³75 hp55 kW126 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
1.4 MTGasoline1390 cm³100 hp74 kW128 N⋅mManualFWD
1.6 MTGasoline1598 cm³75 hp55 kW115 N⋅mManualFWD
1.6 ATGasoline1598 cm³75 hp55 kW115 N⋅mAutomaticFWD

Mini 3-doors — Volkswagen Polo Engines and Transmissions

Mini 3-doors Volkswagen Polo Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.0 MTGasoline999 cm³50 hp37 kW86 N⋅mManualFWD
1.2 MTGasoline1198 cm³54 hp40 kW106 N⋅mManualFWD
1.4 MTGasoline1390 cm³54 hp40 kWNot providedManualFWD
1.4 MTGasoline1390 cm³60 hp44 kW116 N⋅mManualFWD
1.4 ATGasoline1390 cm³60 hp44 kW116 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
1.4 MTGasoline1390 cm³75 hp55 kW126 N⋅mManualFWD
1.4 ATGasoline1390 cm³75 hp55 kW126 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
1.4 MTDiesel1422 cm³75 hp55 kW195 N⋅mManualFWD
1.4 MTDiesel1422 cm³90 hp66 kWNot providedManualFWD
1.7 MTDiesel1716 cm³60 hp44 kW115 N⋅mManualFWD
1.9 MTDiesel1896 cm³64 hp47 kW124 N⋅mManualFWD
1.4 MTGasoline1390 cm³100 hp74 kW128 N⋅mManualFWD

Volkswagen Polo Dimensions

Sedan — Volkswagen Polo Dimensions

Sedan Volkswagen Polo Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
1.9 MT4137 mm1640 mm1442 mm2443 mm1196 kg1581 kg110 mm

Mini 5-doors — Volkswagen Polo Dimensions

Mini 5-doors Volkswagen Polo Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
1.2 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm955 kg1375 kg110 mm
1.4 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm985 kg1400 kg110 mm
1.6 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm1025 kg1510 kg104 mm
1.4 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm965 kg1435 kg110 mm
1.4 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm965 kg1435 kg110 mm
1.7 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm885 kg1435 kg110 mm
1.9 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm885 kg1435 kg110 mm
1.0 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm805 kg1375 kg110 mm
1.4 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm835 kg1400 kg110 mm
1.4 AT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm933 kg1500 kg110 mm
1.4 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm840 kg1400 kg110 mm
1.4 AT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm840 kg1400 kg110 mm
1.4 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm875 kg1450 kg110 mm
1.6 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm990 kg1400 kg110 mm
1.6 AT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm1025 kg1435 kg110 mm

Mini 3-doors — Volkswagen Polo Dimensions

Mini 3-doors Volkswagen Polo Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
1.0 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm805 kg1375 kg110 mm
1.2 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm955 kg1375 kg110 mm
1.4 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm985 kg1400 kg110 mm
1.4 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm835 kg1400 kg110 mm
1.4 AT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm933 kg1500 kg110 mm
1.4 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm840 kg1400 kg110 mm
1.4 AT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm840 kg1400 kg110 mm
1.4 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm965 kg1435 kg110 mm
1.4 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm965 kg1435 kg110 mm
1.7 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm885 kg1435 kg110 mm
1.9 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm885 kg1435 kg110 mm
1.4 MT3714 mm1654 mm1419 mm2406 mm875 kg1450 kg110 mm

Volkswagen Polo Cargo Space

Sedan — Volkswagen Polo Cargo Space

Sedan Volkswagen Polo Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume minTrunk volume max
1.9 MT455 l762 l

Mini 5-doors — Volkswagen Polo Cargo Space

Mini 5-doors Volkswagen Polo Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume minTrunk volume max
1.2 MT245 l975 l
1.4 MT245 l975 l
1.6 MT245 l975 l
1.4 MT245 l975 l
1.4 MT245 l975 l
1.7 MT245 l975 l
1.9 MT245 l975 l
1.0 MT245 l975 l
1.4 MT245 l975 l
1.4 AT245 l975 l
1.4 MT245 l975 l
1.4 AT245 l975 l
1.4 MT245 l975 l
1.6 MT245 l975 l
1.6 AT245 l975 l

Mini 3-doors — Volkswagen Polo Cargo Space

Mini 3-doors Volkswagen Polo Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume minTrunk volume max
1.0 MT245 l975 l
1.2 MT245 l975 l
1.4 MT245 l975 l
1.4 MT245 l975 l
1.4 AT245 l975 l
1.4 MT245 l975 l
1.4 AT245 l975 l
1.4 MT245 l975 l
1.4 MT245 l975 l
1.7 MT245 l975 l
1.9 MT245 l975 l
1.4 MT245 l975 l