VW Polo 1.2L GT TSI Launched @ 7.99 Lakhs

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Volkswagen has launched the Polo GT TSI today @ 7.99 Lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi). A competitor pricing sheet has been included as the 2nd image of this news article. The GT TSI replaces the erstwhile Polo 1.6L Petrol. 

This range-topping Polo is powered by a turbo-charged, direct-injection 1,197cc petrol engine. Power rating stands at 104 BHP (@ 5,000 rpm) with max torque of 175 Nm starting at a low 1,500 rpm, and staying all the way to 4,100 rpm. In comparison, the regular 3-cylinder Polo 1.2 makes do with 74 BHP (@ 5,400 rpm) and 110 Nm torque (@ 3,750 rpm). Mated to the engine is a dual-clutch automatic gearbox with 7 ratios. 

Things are suddenly looking up for petrol-heads. The fun & well-priced Toyota Liva 1.5L recently made its debut (official review), the Polo GT TSI is here and Fiat is poised to launch the Punto Abarth sometime in the future (news article).

 What you'll like about the Polo TSI:

• Enthusiastic, high-revving 1.2L TSI engine. An excellent performer

• 7-speed DSG gearbox is a flawless match to the sporty motor

• A well-built European hatchback with clean, timeless styling

• Mature suspension offers a balanced ride & handling package

• Safety kit includes electronic stability program, hill-hold feature, dual airbags and ABS

• Accommodating 280 liter boot

What you won't like about the Polo TSI:

• Long-term reliability concerns over the DQ200 DSG transmission

• Cutting-edge engine & gearbox tech make it a pricey hatchback

• Exterior is indistinguishable from the regular Polo. No sporty bodykit (à la Liva TRD & Polo SR)

• Ordinary rear bench legroom. Comparable to the likes of the Maruti Ritz

• Vento's superb 1.6L turbo-diesel unavailable on Polo. Superior torque, economy and practicality

• VW's substandard dealership & service experiences. Maruti / Hyundai networks are more customer-centric