The suspension setup comprises a McPherson-type front axle and a torsion beam axle for the rear wheels. The 17-inch wheels come with 215/40 tyres. The vehicle’s handling is further refined through the addition of a new electro mechanical steering system. The Polo also has ESC (electronic stabilisation control) on board as standard.
Volkswagen also offers electronically adjustable dampers in the Polo GTI. The optional ‘Sport Select’ suspension for the GTI is only available in conjunction with the ‘Sport Performance Kit’. When the driver presses the ‘Sport’ button (in the upper area of the centre console) this activates an electro-mechanical switching valve in the dampers which alters their tuning to the stiffer characteristic of a true sports suspension. In addition, the ‘Sport Performance Kit’ lends the new electromechanical power steering an even sportier characteristic.
The car will be unveiled on February 4, 2016 at the Delhi Motor Show, and taking the CBU route, may be priced at around INR 20 lakh. Will it find any buyers here? Do let us know your thoughts. Check out the image gallery of the Polo GTI below
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