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Originally Posted by turbo Thank you so much for this post. Really helped put things in perspective.
So, on paper this is a terrible engine, yet in real-life its almost similar to the engine it replaces. Not sure how much of an issue the lack of torque will be, though.
I'm currently in the market looking for a small, well built, Naturally Aspirated petrol manual hatchback, in either Red (red =/= maroon) or Yellow colour. Rear seat will be un-occupied, so is not a concern.
Which leaves me with Polo 1.0 MPI and the Tiago 1.2.
Any idea on how these two engines compare? I mean the tiago review wasn't exactly kind either, with the reviewers saying they would rather prefer the now discontinued 1.05 RevoTORQ diesel. |
I own a Tiago 1.2 Petrol since 2017 and I have driven the VW Polo 1.0 MPI as well. So I think I am in a position to give you a clear answer to your question from my point of view.
If you are planning to choose between Polo 1.0 MPI & Tiago Petrol the Tiago should be your choice. Both cars are 4 star rated when it comes to safety and Tiago is not a flimsy built at all. It is a very strong car, but might not be VW strong but very close. As far as I understand, the VW Polo 1.0 MPI shall be expensive compared to the XZ+ version of the Tiago. But you will be getting a lower variant of Polo in 1.0 MPI whereas XZ+ is the top version of Tiago and it comes with all the latest offerings. Climate control AC, Reverse Parking Camera, Apple Carplay, Android Auto, 15 Inch alloys etc. Also, the*width of Tiago is slightly less compared to VW Polo and that makes it easier to drive around in the city. So as the ground*clearance, probably a bit better with Tiago and nothing substantial though.*
On top of that, TATA is much cheaper to maintain than a VW. Tata cars actual service interval at 15K Kms or 1 year but in the middle, at 7.5k Kms / 6 months you will have a check-up during the warranty period.
The performance of 1.0 MPI Polo might not be as good as Tiago Petrol mainly due to the heavyweight of Polo. (pretty much similar weight for both cars) That could be a problem when accelerating and once it started moving, it shall be fine and will take you from Point A to B without much of driving excitement.
Tiago Petrol engine is not as bad as it was projected. That definitely is not a bad engine. It has enough power for city rides and for occasional highway trips. I had done 1200+ Kms highway trip on the car with a full load and 4 people and it felt adequately powered.
When it comes to mileage figures, Tiago may score better as it will get around 15kmpl in the city and around 20-22 in highways. Well, that purely depends on how you drive.
On seat comfort, I think Polo may offer slightly better support. But I think the new Tiago has a better seat compared to the older ones.
Test drive both and finalise based on your likings.
If I am the one, I will definitely select the Tiago Petrol over Polo 1.0 MPI.
But if you consider the 1.0 TSI, that would be a totally different story.*