which, with its 162 kW (220 PS) TSI engine, was the fastest series-produced Polo to date. In 2014, the Polo V underwent an extensive model update. In addition to visual touch-ups on the front and rear, the small car was given a substantial technology upgrade: The engines were much more economical, and there were many new safety and assist systems, some of which were adopted from the larger Golf. 6.3 MILLION TOTAL PRODUCTION WORLDWIDE POLO V BLUEMOTION, 2009 Economical with new three-cylinder TDI with common rail injection. “Gran Turismo for the road.” POLO V GTI ADVERT, 2014 POLO V, 2014 The model update brings a fresher look and enhanced technology. 26 27 MORE DYNAMIC THAN EVER 50 YEARS OF POLO GENERATION V CONSECUTIVE VICTORIES From zero to world champions in 699 days: the Polo R WRC was Volkswagen Motorsport’s successful entry in the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC). And proved that the Polo had what it takes to become a champion. Volkswagen announced its return to the World Rally