Press Release
Equipment
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·        Perfectly coordinated to people’s needs
·        New equipment details for more convenience and safety
·        High-level functionality for everyday use
The latest generation of the Polo will be available in three equipment levels: “Trendline�, “Comfortline� and “Sportline�. These three equipment versions follow the high level of the last Polo generation with excellent convenience and safety features. In addition, the new Polo distinguishes itself with further equipment details that are available for the first time and offer customers new perspectives both in terms of safety and comfort. They include brake assist, ParkPilot, tyre pressure monitor and the coming home function for the headlights. The Polo will set the pace with these equipment features, and combines a high-quality, modern design with innovative equipment that meets the requirements of progressive customers. The optional tinted side and rear windows with special heat-insulating glass, which has a light transmission of just 35 percent, are also new.
Front and side airbags as standard, head airbags optional
The Polo has front and side airbags as well as belt tensioners for both front seats as standard that ensure a high level of occupant safety in collisions. A head airbag system is also available as an option. A curtain-like airbag inflates as a protective cushion along the side windows to provide additional protection for both front and rear occupants in side collisions. The front passenger airbag can be deactivated in the glove compartment using the ignition key. This is, for example, necessary if you want to fit a reboard child seat on the front passenger seat. Two ISOFIX anchors allow safe securing of child seats on the rear bench � an integrated child seat is also available.
The Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP), which is fitted as standard with engines above 74 kW / 100 hp, and is optionally available for the other engines, offers additional effective support for safe driving.
Safety thanks to brake assist and tyre pressure monitor
The latest generation of the Polo has further equipment features that make this, the most successful model in the segment, even safer. For example, the Polo is equipped with a dual-rate brake servo. Together with the standard ABS, this mechanical brake assist effectively supports the driver in dangerous situations by boosting the brake pedal force significantly from a specific point. The braking distance is reduced accordingly.
Another safety feature available for the first time in the Polo is the tyre pressure monitor. This option warns the driver via a lamp in the cockpit if air pressure is being lost in one of the tyres and there is a risk of damage to the tyre.
Arrive home safely with the coming home function
Two more new features also add to the convenience in the Polo and also indirectly enhance its safety equipment as they are not directly involved in accident protection. A coming home function for the headlights is available on the Polo for the first time (standard on the “Comfortline� model).
Everyone knows what it is like to pull into a dark driveway at night or to park in a poorly lit street. It is difficult to find your way when you get out of the car. The new Polo can help with the coming home function � an outstanding feature for this class. When you arrive at your destination, you can switch on the lights once you have turned off the engine. The surrounds and the path are illuminated for a while after you climb out. When you turn off the ignition and remove the key, you just have activate the flasher lights briefly and the driving lights will switch on automatically as soon as the driver’s door is opened. The lights will stay on for around 30 seconds until they switch off again automatically � you therefore have time to find your way in the light provided by the headlights. This function underlines the high safety standard of the new Polo even when you leave the car.
Parking is easy thanks to ParkPilot
The ParkPilot is an indispensable aid in everyday use that is available for the first time with the new Polo. This parking distance sensor system integrated in the rear bumper is a valuable help particularly in town traffic � after all, many customers use the Polo in the city due to its compact dimensions. The ParkPilot does not only make parking in tight spaces and manoeuvring in car parks easy, it prevents accidental parking prangs that could cause annoying damage.
Special equipment for individual comfort
In addition to these new equipment features, the new Polo can be adapted to your individual needs and preferences with a large range of special equipment.
The available special equipment includes a rain sensor along with an automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror, an integrated child seat, sports chassis with harder spring/damper configuration and the suspension lowered by approx. 15 millimetres, radio and navigation system as well as sporty alloy wheels in various sizes and different designs.
The Polo “Trendline� – an overview of the most important equipment features:
- 4 airbags
- Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
- Non-smoker package with power socket
- Cup holders (2 in rear)
- Roof aerial, electrically boosted
- Rev counter and service interval indicator
- Three-point seat belts (5, height-adjustable at front)
- Power windows at front
- Glove compartment on passenger side
- Heated rear window with timer switch
- Rear window wash/wipe with intermittent wipe
- Heating and fresh air system with pollen filter
- Interior lights with switch-off delay
- ISOFIX preparation for two child seats in the rear
- Rear head restraints
- Steering column height and reach adjustable
- Vanity mirrors in both sun visors
- Centre console with storage compartment
- Breakdown set
- Folding fear bench and backrest without split, with lock indicator
- Front windscreen wipers with four-setting intermittent wipe
- Black bump strips
- Adaptive electro/hydraulic power steering
- Bumpers painted in body colour
- Front seats with recline facility
- Heat insulating green tinted glass
- Warning buzzer when lights not turned off
- Electronic immobilizer
- Central locking
- 14-inch steel wheels with full-size wheel trims
The Polo “Comfortline� – considerable number of additional equipment features compared with “Trendline�
- Headlights with coming home function
- Body-coloured door mirrors and door handles
- Exterior mirrors electrically adjusted and heated
- Cup holder and map pocket in front
- Chrome package 1
- Dual-tone horn
- “Easy Entry� system (for two-door)
- Boot light
- Locking glove compartment
- Two reading lights in front
- “Climatic� air conditioning
- Folding rear bench and backrest split asymmetrically, with centre armrest
- Drawers under front seats
- Body-coloured bumpers and bump strips
- Height-adjustable front seats
- Central locking with remote control
The Polo “Sportline� – considerable number of additional equipment features compared with “Trendline�
- Exterior mirrors electrically adjusted and heated
- Body-coloured door mirrors, bump strips and door handles
- Chrome package 2 for interior
- Height-adjustable driver’s seat with drawer
- Boot light
- “Climatic� air conditioning
- Radiator grille with additional chrome strips
- Leather steering wheel (3 spoke)
- Leather gearstick knob and hand brake grip
- “Misano� 14-inch alloy wheels
- Multi-function display
- Folding split rear bench and backrest, with centre armrest
- Sports suspension
- Front sports seats
- Central locking with remote control
Overview of most important special equipment for the new Polo:
- “Cool and Sound� package (Climatic and Radio RCD 200, only for Polo Trendline)
- CD changer for six CDs (under front passenger seat)
- Luggage securing package (folding box that fits into boot floor, cargo net)
-  Cruise control
- Integrated child seat
- “Climatronic� air conditioning with fully automatic control
- Head airbag system for front and rear passengers
- Universal mobile phone preparation with hands-free system
- Leather interior
- “Light and Vision� equipment package with rain sensor and coming home function
- ParkPilot
- Radio system RCD 200 with four or eight loudspeakers
- Radio/navigation system with monochrome display
- Tyre pressure monitor
- Electrical sliding/tilting glass sunroof
- Heated front seats
- Winter package with heated front windscreen washer jets, headlight washer system and heated front seats
