Fair price
Volkswagen Polo
2023 R-line Tsi Semi-auto
PetrolSemi Auto52,200 mi2023
ULEZ ✓£200/yr
Finance available on request
£15,203
cash
AB Dealers·4.6 (235)· Feltham
Volkswagen Polo insurance group
1–30 of 50
Above market
Volkswagen Polo
2021 Life Tsi Semi-auto
PetrolAutomatic24,000 mi2021
£200/yr
Finance available on request
£14,990
cash
Protheroes·4.4 (74)· Market Harborough
Above market
Volkswagen Polo
2020 Gti+ Tsi Semi-auto
PetrolAutomatic50,028 mi2020
£200/yr
£364/mo
£16,995
cash
Albar Autos·4.3 (20)· Loughborough
Good price
Volkswagen Polo
2019 Se Tsi
PetrolManual50,500 mi2019
£200/yr
£227/mo
£9,949
cash
Cobalt Motors·4.5 (153)· Gosforth
Motoring Today score
How good is the Volkswagen Polo?
75/100
Overall
Reliability69
Running costs78
Family & practicality78
Insurance74
Reliability is from real DVSA MOT pass rates; running costs, insurance, safety and practicality from manufacturer specs (MPG/CO₂, insurance group, Euro NCAP, dimensions). Overall is a fixed weighted blend (family 17% · safety 18% · insurance 15% · reliability 25% · running cost 25%), from a sample of 611,721. A guide, not a guarantee.
Market data
Volkswagen Polo market snapshot
How prices compare
68th percentile
On average, about 68% of comparable Volkswagen Polo listings across the local market are cheaper, and the rest cost more. Typical market price for a comparable Volkswagen Polo: £12,350.
Based on 4 of our current listings
How quickly it sells
27 days
Comparable Volkswagen Polo listings typically take around 27 days to sell, based on local sold-car data.
Based on 4 of our current listings
Typical mileage
44,182 miles
Across our current Volkswagen Polo stock, mileage ranges from 24,000 to 52,200 miles (median 50,264).
Across 4 of our current listings
Price and days-to-sell figures are averaged across our own live Volkswagen Polo listings, each checked against MarketCheck UK's wider market data (refreshed every 24 hours). Mileage is from our current stock directly. Shown only where we have enough listings to be representative — a guide, not a valuation.
Specifications & dimensions
Trim-level specifications for the Volkswagen Polo (Diesel, Petrol), across 543 recorded variants.
Performance
- 45–204 bhp
- Power
- 6.3s
- 0–60 mph (fastest)
- 150 mph
- Top speed
- 999–1,984 cc
- Engine
Economy & running costs
- 0–83 mpg
- Fuel economy
- 82–216 g/km
- CO₂
- £190
- Road tax (VED)
- 1–30 of 50
- Insurance group
Dimensions & practicality
- 3,970 mm
- Length
- 1,901 mm
- Width
- 1,461 mm
- Height
- 2,465 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1,100 kg
- Weight
- 5
- Seats
- 5
- Doors
Euro NCAP safety
5-star · tested 2022
- 70%
- Safety assist
The Volkswagen Polo Hatchback was tested by Euro NCAP in 2022 and was awarded a 5 star overall rating. This overall rating is calculated from the following individual ratings:
Manual · Automatic 5 seats New from £5,064
| Trim | Fuel | Power | MPG | CO₂ | Ins. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 TSI 115 R-Line 5dr DSGAutomatic | Petrol | 113 bhp | 49.6 - 52.3 mpg | 123 | 15 |
| 1.0 TSI Match 5dr DSGAutomatic | Petrol | 93 bhp | 50.4 - 52.3 mpg | 122 | 11 |
| 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSGAutomatic | Petrol | 204 bhp | 40.9 - 43.5 mpg | 149 | 25 |
| 1.0 Life 5drManual | Petrol | 78 bhp | 48.7 - 52.3 mpg | 122 | 3 |
| 1.0 TSI 110 SEL 5drManual | Petrol | 108 bhp | 49.6 - 54.3 mpg | 118 | 10 |
| 1.0 TSI 110 SEL 5dr DSGAutomatic | Petrol | 108 bhp | 46.3 - 49.6 mpg | 128 | 10 |
| 2.0 TSI GTI+ 5drManual | Petrol | 197 bhp | 38.7 - 39.8 mpg | 144 | 28 |
| 1.0 TSI 95 SE Tech Edition 5dManual | Petrol | 93 bhp | 49.6 - 52.3 mpg | 104 | 8 |
| 1.0 TSI 95 SE Tech Edition DSG 5dAutomatic | Petrol | 93 bhp | 44.8 - 45.6 mpg | 106 | 8 |
| S 1.0 Evo 80PS 5dManual | Petrol | 78 bhp | 49.6 - 51.4 mpg | 126 | 1 |
| 1.0 EVO 80 SE Tech Edition 5dManual | Petrol | 78 bhp | 46.3 - 48.7 mpg | 110 | 1 |
| GTI 2.0 TSI 200PS DSG auto 5dAutomatic | Petrol | 197 bhp | 38.7 - 39.8 mpg | 159 | 26 |
Manufacturer specifications aggregated across recorded trims; individual cars vary by options and age. Figures are a guide — confirm exact spec with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
- How many Volkswagen Polos are currently available for sale on Motoring Today?
- We currently have 5 Volkswagen Polos available for sale. This stock was last updated on 14 September 2026.
- What is the cheapest Volkswagen Polo available right now?
- The most affordable Volkswagen Polo is a 2018 model with 98,848 miles, priced at £7,252. A representative finance example for this car is £169 per month.
- What should I check when buying a used Volkswagen Polo?
- When buying a used Polo, always check the service history and any MOT advisories. Also, listen for unusual noises from the engine or suspension during a test drive, and verify all electronics are working correctly.
- Are Volkswagen Polos ULEZ compliant?
- Yes, petrol Volkswagen Polos from 2006 onwards are typically ULEZ compliant as they meet the Euro 4 emissions standard. This includes all Polos currently listed on Motoring Today.
- What finance options are available for a Volkswagen Polo?
- We offer Hire Purchase (HP) finance. With HP, you pay fixed monthly instalments over a set period, and you own the car outright once all payments are made. A representative example offers a 60-month term with no deposit.
- What are the running costs like for a Volkswagen Polo?
- The Volkswagen Polo is generally known for its economical running costs, particularly the smaller petrol engine variants. Factors like insurance, road tax, and fuel efficiency contribute to its overall affordability.
Our Volkswagen Polo reviews
Read the full verdict on each generation before you shortlist a car.