Volkswagen Polo R WRC 6R
A rare, front-drive homologation special celebrating VW's WRC dominance.
- Power
- 220 bhp
- Top speed
- 151 mph
- Est. value
- $15k–$28k
About the Volkswagen Polo R WRC 6R
The Polo R WRC Street was built as a limited-run homologation special to satisfy FIA regulations for Volkswagen's entry into the World Rally Championship. Unlike the all-wheel-drive rally car, the road version is front-wheel drive and powered by the 2.0-litre EA113 engine from the Golf GTI (Mk6), making it the most powerful production Polo of its era. It features a distinctive white livery with blue and grey stripes, 18-inch 'Cagliari' wheels, and an Alcantara-trimmed interior. While it lacks a mechanical limited-slip differential, its rarity and direct link to VW's four-year WRC winning streak make it a significant modern classic for hot hatch collectors.
Volkswagen Polo R WRC 6R specs
The Volkswagen Polo R WRC 6R produces 220 bhp (164 kW) and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 151 mph (243 km/h).
| Make | Volkswagen |
|---|---|
| Model | Polo R WRC |
| Generation | 6R |
| Trim | 2.0 TSI |
| Years | 2013–2014 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 2,500 built |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,984 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 220 bhp (164 kW) at 4,500 rpm |
| Torque | 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,300 rpm |
| Top speed | 151 mph (243 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,324 kg (2,919 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 166 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Volkswagen Polo R WRC 6R worth?
A typical Volkswagen Polo R WRC 6R is estimated to be worth $15,000 – $28,000 (about £11,000 – £21,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Volkswagen Polo R WRC 6R rarity in CarSpot
The Volkswagen Polo R WRC 6R is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 42 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 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 R WRC 6R fun facts
- Every one of the 2,500 units produced was built in left-hand drive, even for the few examples that made it to the UK as special imports.
- The car uses the older EA113 engine architecture rather than the EA888 found in the contemporary Golf Mk7, chosen for its proven reliability in high-performance applications.
- Despite the 'R' branding, it is strictly front-wheel drive, whereas the full-fat Golf R of the same era utilised a Haldex all-wheel-drive system.