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Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI

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HatchbackPetrolAutomaticFWDYear 2014E
192
Horsepower · 141 kW
6.7s
0–100 km/h
236
km/h top speed
5.6
l/100 km

The Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI is a hatchback powered by a petrol engine delivering 192 hp (141 kW).

Updated Jun 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 s and reaches a top speed of 236 km/h. Drive is routed to the front-wheel-drive axle via an automatic.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 5.6 l/100 km combined, CO₂ emissions of 129 g/km.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 2014 as part of the Volkswagen Polo Facelift 2014 (2014-2017) generation, and sits alongside 46 other variants in this generation. It is both the most powerful and the quickest-accelerating variant of this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

Quick answers
What is the engine power of the Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI?

The Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI produces 192 hp (141 kW).

How fast does the Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI?

The top speed of the Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI is 236 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI?

The Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI has a combined fuel consumption of 5.6 l/100 km.

What are the CO₂ emissions of the Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI?

The Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI emits 129 g/km of CO₂.

What transmission does the Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI have?

The Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI is equipped with a Automatic transmission.

Is the Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI?

The Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI has a 1,798 cc engine with 4 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI?

The Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI produces 250 Nm of torque.

When was the Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI introduced?

The Volkswagen Polo 1.8 TSI GTI was introduced in 2014.

Related

Other variants in this generation