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2012 Volkswagen Polo TSI R-Line

Volkswagen has introduced the new Polo R-Line at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, extending the R-line family of cars (Golf, Scirocco, Passat CC and Touareg). This is the first time that Volkswagen has designed such a version of the Polo. (continued below)
2012 Polo TSI R-Line Photo Gallery |
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First Polo with R-Line Features: New Bumpers and Sport Seats
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Source: Volkswagen | Published: Tue Oct 18, 2011 |
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The Polo R-Line is fully in keeping with the agile character of the current
generation of the Polo model. The Polo R-Line can be ordered with nearly any
engine variant. Market launch of the Polo with the new equipment pack will be at
the end of this year.
Exterior: New Bumpers and Roof Edge Spoiler
Outside, the extended standard equipment of the Polo R-Line includes 16-inch
"Mallory" alloy wheels, a radiator grille painted in high-gloss black (with
R-Line badge), a specially designed sporty R-line bumper (in the specific body
color; rear bumper has a distinctive diffuser), chrome tailpipes for the exhaust
system, body-colored roof edge spoiler, R-line side sills also in body color,
daytime running lights (integrated under a chrome band in the main headlights),
fog lights (in the front spoiler) and LED license plate illumination. Available
upon request: a sports chassis, which lowers the car into the dampers by 0.6
inches (15 mm).
Interior Has Sport Seats and Black Roofliner
Inside, the Polo R-Line resembles the GTI with its sport seats. The rear and
front seats are upholstered with high-end "Kyalami" fabric (or optional
Alcantara/leather look); the inner surfaces of the lateral seat supports (front)
are made of "San Remo" microfiber fabric. Worked into the front head restraints
is the R-Line logo. Also standard: the black roofliner, leather steering wheel
with aluminum decor and R-Line badge (chrome signature on black background),
accents in high-gloss black, pedal caps with aluminum look and door sill plates
with R-Line signature.
Specifications |
Key: AT - automatic transmission, MT - manual transmission, F/R/AWD - front/rear/all wheel drive |
Powertrain |
Type |
I4, Turbocharged |
Displacement |
73 cu in (1197 cc) |
Power |
103 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Torque |
129 lb-ft @ 1550-4100 rpm |
Redline |
n/a |
Driveline |
Front Wheel Drive |
Transmission |
6 Speed Manual |
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7 Speed Double-Clutch Automatic |
Brakes & Tires |
Brakes Front - Rear |
Ventilated Discs - Solid Discs |
Tire Size Front - Rear |
R16 |
Exterior Dimensions & Weight |
Length |
156.3 in |
Width |
66.2 in |
Height |
57.6 in |
Curb Weight |
MT: 2399 lbs |
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AT: 2482 lbs |
Performance |
0-60 mph |
9.4 s |
1/4 Mile |
n/a |
60-0 Braking |
n/a |
Top Speed |
118 mph |
Fuel Economy |
NEDC Fuel Consumption - Combined |
5.3 l/100 km |
Origin & Price |
Manufacturer's Origin |
Germany |
Where Built |
n/a |
Base Retail Price (MSRP) |
n/a |