VW gives snapshot of next Polo
Just days from the full unwrapping, German car maker can't help but give us a sneaky peak of car we've already seenVolkswagen has released two new pictures of its next-generation Polo, just days before the official reveal which will be livestreamed on Youtube.
The two images, released late last night, show the sixth-gen supermini painted in the same bright tumeric yellow colour highlighted on Volkswagen's flagship Arteon model at the Geneva Motor Show.
These latest photos align with earlier pics of completely undisguised test cars on public roads which highlight the all-new lights front and rear.
Otherwise the all-new Polo doesn't rock the styling boat, the conservative look following the Volkswagen practice of 'evolution' rather than 'revolution'.
However there are some significant changes under the skin.
The all-new Polo sits on Volkswagen Group's new 'AO' chassis architecture (a derivative of the versatile MQB platform used for numerous models including the Golf).
Stiffer and lighter than the platform used for the outgoing Polo, the AO architecture affords a longer wheelbase as well as shorter overhangs front and rear.
According to Volkswagen insiders, the new platform will sharpen driving dynamics and delivers plenty of cabin space - approaching the best in the class they say.
In fact, indications point to the interior providing the all-new Volkswagen Polo a major advantage over rival compact hatchbacks. The enhanced quality is said to give the bigger, more expensive Golf a run for its money.
Under the bonnet, the new engine line-up comprises of a 56kW, 1.0-litre three-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine, 1.5-litre four-cylinder TSI petrol and various TDI diesel powerplants.
Gearbox choices for the latest Polo include a five-speed and six-speed manuals, plus a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.
Top of the Volkswagen supermini tree will be the Polo GTI which follows the lead of the upcoming Ford Fiesta ST in shunning engine downsizing - the Polo trading its existing 1.8-litre turbo engine for the larger 2.0-litre turbo straight from the Golf GTI. Expect at least 150kW.
On sale in Europe within six months, our cars should arrive in Australia early 2018 with the Polo GTI to follow later.
Volkswagen claims more than 14 million Polos have been sold since the nameplate debuted in 1975.
Watch the live stream of the new Polo that will be held on June 16 at 7.00pm (AEST) here:
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