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Originally Posted by NevGin @Chethan
You mentioned that there is a need to shift gears often and if one is ok with that there is no problem. My question is what is your opinion in city driving conditions? Are there just too many gear changes? Can one up shift quickly into top gear say at lower speeds? My primary concern here is how the drivability will be in Mumbai traffic conditions. Could you share any test results that you have done for lower gearing?
Thank you. |
Bangalore traffic is very unique and one of the worst ever - I could say. I have used up to 4th gear in city traffic. I mostly drive in 3rd gear in
flowing traffic and down shift if necessary. In
B2B traffic, I use 1st & 2nd gear without acceleration.
Polo has one of the best gear shift mechanisms I have seen. It is a delight to use it. Usually, people associate "too many gear shift / lower gear" to
low FE. FE is not a problem with Polo-Tdi. I am getting about 14 Kmpl in city traffic, with 100% AC. And I am not a careful driver, when it comes to conserving energy.
When I say that you have to change gears
more frequently, it is only in comparison with other cars with less Turbo-lag (Tipically Figo). You do not have to always keep a hand on the gear shaft, anticipating a gear change. IMHO, it is not as bad as people say.
Best way is to take a TD and find it for yourself. Traffic conditions - you need to face everyday, is different in every city. Tomorrow, I will post the minimum speed at which you can drive the car, in 3rd, 4th & 5th Gear. That might give you an idea.
Once you are on a highway, you will love to drive
Polo-Tdi. I have touched 160 Kmph and I could still feel the reserve-power.
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Originally Posted by yash.giri Hi Chetan,
Nice pics and great info. The detailing you provide is commendable.
I have a query for you and other polo owners:
Did you go with volkswagen dealer provided insurance or went with other insurance provider? I find the insurance quote form dealer to be too pricey.
For trendline petrol, they are quoting 16,600/-.
Cheerio ... Yash |
I agree with Uvmallya.
I got 20% discount as NCB (no claim bonus). I too got it from the VW dealer. Somebody was mentioning on this forum, that the insurance was tied up with the
road side assistance. Not sure about it. Please enquire with the dealer.
Premium is definitely high.
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