Volkswagen Polo GTI AW
The grown-up hot hatch that brings Golf GTI maturity to the supermini segment.
- Power
- 200 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 6.4 s
- Top speed
- 147 mph
About the Volkswagen Polo GTI AW
The sixth-generation (AW) Polo GTI marked a significant shift for Volkswagen's junior hot hatch, adopting the 2.0-litre EA888 engine previously reserved for the larger Golf GTI. Built on the MQB A0 platform, it offered a more refined and 'big-car' feel than its predecessors, featuring a longer wheelbase and improved interior technology like the Active Info Display. While critics noted it lacked the raw playfulness of the Ford Fiesta ST, its 320Nm of torque and sophisticated XDS electronic differential made it a formidable and composed daily driver. The 2018 launch model was initially available exclusively with a six-speed DSG transmission, emphasizing its role as a mature, high-speed cruiser.
Volkswagen Polo GTI AW specs
The Volkswagen Polo GTI AW produces 200 bhp (149 kW) and 320 Nm (236 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 6.4 seconds and has a top speed of 147 mph (237 km/h).
| Make | Volkswagen |
|---|---|
| Model | Polo GTI |
| Generation | AW |
| Trim | Polo GTI |
| Years | 2017–present |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,984 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 200 bhp (149 kW) at 4,400 rpm |
| Torque | 320 Nm (236 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 6.4 s |
| Top speed | 147 mph (237 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed dual-clutch |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,355 kg (2,987 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 148 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Volkswagen Polo GTI AW rarity in CarSpot
The Volkswagen Polo GTI AW is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 1 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 GTI AW fun facts
- The AW generation was the first Polo GTI to use a 2.0-litre engine, replacing the 1.8-litre unit found in the previous 6C facelift model.
- Despite being a 'junior' model, the 2018 Polo GTI produced the same 200 PS power output as the iconic fifth-generation Golf GTI.
- The interior features the classic 'Clark' tartan upholstery, a heritage design cue that has defined the GTI badge since the original 1976 Golf.