Volkswagen has teased the updated version of its Polo GTI hot hatch, ahead of the car’s unveiling next month.
Normally, Volkswagen’s annual GTI weekend at Lake Worthersee would take place from 12-15 May. However, the event has been cancelled for the second year in a row due to the pandemic.
Up to 100,000 Volkswagen fans convene at Reifnitz, a small town next to the lake in the Austrian Alps, to celebrate modified Volkswagens. And each year, the brand reveals either a concept or production model at the show. This year, it would have been the Polo GTI’s turn.
Little is known about the new model beyond the initial sketch that has been released. Volkswagen claims it will have ‘exceptional driving dynamics in combination with exceptional everyday usability’ and represents ‘pure dynamism and expressive design’. No actual specification details have been confirmed yet.
The previous Polo GTI was powered by a 2.0-litre 202hp petrol engine, which produced 200bhp. It was only available with a dual-clutch automatic gearbox in the UK.
In his review, Tim Pitt said: “It may be in the middle of Volkswagen’s graphic equaliser, but the Polo doesn’t feel middle of the road. Granted, it’s more of a slow-burner than some, but that’s part of its charm.
“I even prefer the standard DSG auto gearbox. Just think twice before you go ‘full Worthersee’ and gold-plate the engine.”
ALSO READ:
Used car sales down as lockdown depresses demand
Ford and NHS trial Covid vaccine van in Essex
Petrol prices have increased for 6 months in a row, reports RAC