Volkswagen Polo 6N
The refined third-generation Polo that brought big-car build quality to the supermini segment.
- Power
- 60 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 14.5 s
- Top speed
- 99 mph
About the Volkswagen Polo 6N
The 6N-generation Volkswagen Polo, launched in 1994, represented a significant leap in refinement and safety for the model line. Sharing its platform with the SEAT Ibiza, it was the first Polo to be offered as a five-door hatchback, broadening its appeal significantly. The 1.4 CL was a popular mid-range choice, offering a balance of modest insurance costs and sufficient performance for urban environments. While not a performance car, its solid interior plastics and composed ride quality set a new benchmark for small cars in the late 1990s.
Volkswagen Polo 6N specs
The Volkswagen Polo 6N produces 60 bhp (45 kW) and 116 Nm (86 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 14.5 seconds and has a top speed of 99 mph (160 km/h).
| Make | Volkswagen |
|---|---|
| Model | Polo |
| Generation | 6N |
| Trim | 1.4 CL |
| Years | 1994–2001 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 1.4-litre inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,390 cc (1.4 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 60 bhp (45 kW) at 4,700 rpm |
| Torque | 116 Nm (86 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,800 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 14.5 s |
| Top speed | 99 mph (160 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 910 kg (2,006 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 66 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Volkswagen Polo 6N rarity in CarSpot
The Volkswagen Polo 6N is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 5 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Volkswagen Polo 6N fun facts
- The 6N Polo was the first generation of the model to offer a five-door body style from the factory.
- The platform for the 6N Polo was also used as the basis for the Volkswagen Lupo and the SEAT Arosa city cars.
- Volkswagen released a 'Harlekin' special edition of the 6N featuring multi-coloured body panels, which has since become a cult collector's item.
