VW Polo generations
(Ground clearance)| Generation year | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| Polo, Model year 1976 (I) | 0 mm |
| Polo, Model year 1979 (I (1. Facelift)) | 0 mm |
| Polo, Model year 1981 (II) | 118 mm |
| Polo, Model year 1990 (II (1. Facelift)) | 0 mm |
| Polo, Model year 1994 (Polo III) | 0 mm |
| Polo, Model year 1999 (III (1. Facelift)) | 125 mm |
| Polo, Model year 2001 (IV) | 0 mm |
| Polo, Model year 2005 (Polo IV (1. Facelift)) | 97 mm |
| Polo, Model year 2009 (Polo V) | 102 mm |
| Polo, Model year 2014 (Polo V (1. Facelift)) | 143 mm |
| Polo, Model year 2017 (VI) | 148 mm |
| Polo, Model year 2021 (Polo VI (1. Facelift)) | 0 mm |
Variants
VW Polo variants: Polo vs. Polo GTI
(Ground clearance)| Variant name | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| Polo | 0 mm |
| Polo GTI | 0 mm |
The ground clearance compared to other VW models
Within the VW lineage, the Polo finds itself snuggly between the up! and the T-Roc. Compared to its siblings, the Polo's 148 mm ground clearance sits comfortably above the stubby little VW up! at 135 mm and the sleeker Arteon at 138 mm. However, it’s dwarfed by the likes of the chunky Touran, which saunters comfortably on 156 mm stilts, and the athletic T-Roc which fares even better at 161 mm. Indeed, the Polo manages to punch above its weight, but it remains overshadowed by the noteworthy 190 mm ground clearance of the rugged T-Cross.
VW Polo vs other current cars by VW
(Ground clearance)| Variant name | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| up! e-up! | 135 mm |
| Arteon | 138 mm |
| Arteon R | 138 mm |
| Arteon R Shooting Brake | 138 mm |
| Arteon Shooting Brake | 138 mm |
| up! | 144 mm |
| Passat GTE Limousine | 145 mm |
| Passat GTE Variant | 145 mm |
| Passat Limousine | 145 mm |
| Touran | 156 mm |
| T-Roc R | 158 mm |
| T-Roc | 161 mm |
| T-Roc Cabriolet | 161 mm |
| ID.5 | 163 mm |
| ID.5 GTX | 163 mm |
| ID.4 | 163 mm |
| ID.4 GTX | 163 mm |
| Passat Alltrack | 174 mm |
| T-Cross | 190 mm |
| Tiguan | 191 mm |
| Tiguan Allspace | 201 mm |
| Tiguan R | 201 mm |
How does the ground clearance of the VW Polo compare to it's nearest competitors?
Against its nearest competitors, the Polo's 148 mm ground clearance is rather respectable but not exactly class-leading. Take, for instance, the quirky Nissan Juke; it boasts a triumphant 180 mm clearance, almost floating above everyday obstacles. The Skoda Kamiq matches the Juke's towering stance with 182 mm. The Peugeot 308, however, doesn't fare as well, languishing at 100 mm - offering virtually no barrier against sneaky speed bumps. Other competitors like the Renault Captur and Hyundai Bayon fare somewhere in the middle, with 170 mm and 165 mm respectively. The Polo’s ground clearance, therefore, ensures it remains adaptable and versatile while safely clearing most obstacles without inducing unnecessary palpitations in its owners.
VW Polo vs. similar cars
(Ground clearance)| Car model | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| VW T-Cross 2019 | 190 mm |
| Suzuki S-Cross 2022 | 175 mm |
| ARI Motors 902 2023 | 170 mm |
| Hyundai Kona 2017 | 170 mm |
| Sono Motors Sion 2021 | 165 mm |
| Hyundai Bayon 2021 | 165 mm |
| KIA Stonic 2017 | 165 mm |
| VW T-Roc 2017 | 161 mm |
| Daewoo Nexia 1995 | 160 mm |
| ARI Motors 452/802 2019 | 150 mm |
| Fiat Topolino 2023 | 150 mm |
| Citroen Ami 2024 | 150 mm |
| MG MG3 2024 | 148 mm |
| ARI Motors Soleno 2024 | 135 mm |
| GWM ORA 03 2024 | 135 mm |
| Elaris Dyo 2023 | 127 mm |
