In
the battle for every gram of
CO2: 99g/km has been reached.
At
Volkswagen, BlueMotion is the
label for the most economic
models in a class.
These models are also constantly
being further developed as
standing still would, of course,
represent a step backwards. As a
result, Volkswagen has managed
to cut the already lowest
consumption in the Polo class,
which was achieved by the Polo
BlueMotion, by one tenth of a
litre to 3.8 litres. That
corresponds with an emissions
level of 99g/km.
Optimisation of the engine
configuration was the focus of
the continuing improvement work.
The three-cylinder 1.4 TDI with
a comparatively high torque of
195Nm allows a high gear ratio.
Low wind resistance is also part
of the BlueMotion philosophy.
This includes good aerodynamics
with a drag coefficient (Cd) of
0.30 as well as minimum rolling
resistance thanks to fuel-saving
tyres. The TDI powerplant that
comes with a diesel particulate
filter (DPF) as standard has a
standard consumption of 3.8
litres per 100 kilometres
(previously: 3.9 litres).
Despite its considerable
economy, the Polo BlueMotion
offers agile driving performance
and exceptional fuel efficiency
averaging 70.6mpg - 74.3mpg,
depending on specification
chosen.
The front of the Polo BlueMotion
has been modified to greatly
improve the cars aerodynamics,
without sacrificing style or
equipment levels.
The Polo BlueMotion will be
available in two different
trims and launches in the UK in August. The Polo BlueMotion
1 will start at £11,995 and
achieved 74.3 mpg on the
combined cycle and 99 g/km CO2.
Owners of the Bluemotion 1 will
not have to pay any road tax as
it falls under tax band A. The higher specification Polo BlueMotion 2 starts at £12,845,
offers additional and can
achieve
70.6 mpg on the combined cycle
and 104 g/km CO2. |
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