Powerful and dynamic: Even when stationary, the new Polo GTI clearly shows off its sportiness. The compact sports car features numerous design attributes that already characterise its big brother, the Golf GTI. This includes, for example, the black shield-shaped radiator grille and the honeycomb mesh on the upper air intake. The headlights and the standard fog lights are also set against a dark background.
At the rear, the GTI styling continues with the wide track, the chrome end pipes of the twin exhaust system and a striking roof spoiler. The spoiler does not only look good, it also has real functional advantages. It generates a downforce on the rear axles at high speeds. This improves the straight-line stability of the 216km/h Volkswagen.
The 16-inch alloy wheels were also specially designed for the small GTI. Together with the chassis lowered by 15 millimetres, they ensure that the 205/45 tyres really fill out the wheel arches on the Polo GTI. The exclusive design of the rims deliberately cites the wheels on the Golf GTI. The five U-shaped openings create a kind of stroboscope effect on the road. As a result, the red brake callipers are still visible when the car is moving. The black side skirting also emphasises the low crouching position of the most powerful production Polo. The door handles and outside mirrors are painted in the body colour. The paintwork colours are, of course, based on the classic GTI range. Red, black, silver and white are available for the traditionalists. Volkswagen is also offering the Polo GTI in two other colours, however.