| Model variants / production period: | Derby I 0.9: 1977–1981 Polo II 1.0 notchback: 1985–1990 | 
| Engine: | Four-cylinder, water-cooled | 
| Engine position: | Front, transverse | 
| Drive: | Front | 
| Wheelbase (mm):  | 2,335 | 
| Length / width / height (mm): | 3,836 / 1,560 / 1,352 | 
Vehicle data Derby profile
Derby / Factory code: Type 87 (Derby I) + Type 87 notchback (Derby II)
