Volkswagen launches Polo GTI at Rs 26 lakh

Volkswagen has launched the Polo GTI in India at Rs 25.65 Lakhs (Ex-Showroom Mumbai) and Rs 25.99 (Ex-Showroom Delhi), without Octroi and local taxes. 

The limited edition 3 door GTI  has a 1.8L 4-cylinder TSI engine matted with a 7-speed automatic DSG transmission producing 141 kW (192 PS) of raw power.

The 189 bhp hatchback has a 1.8 litre turbo-petrol engine with 250 Nm of peak torque and can do 0-100 kmph in just 7.2 seconds and has a top speed of 235 km per hour.

Michael Mayer, Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars India said, “The GTI is one of its kind in the performance hatch segment and is designed for the petrol heads who are well versed with the GTI philosophy. It seamlessly blends power with comfort that guarantees performance and an adrenaline packed driving experience. The one who drives a GTI need not to explain anything. He simply drives a statement. Volkswagen GTI remains the icon for all sporty cars and we are extremely proud to bring this phenomenon to India.”

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The limited special edition car can reach a top speed of 233 kmph and has seven speed dual clutch automatic gearbox.

“At Volkswagen, safety is not an option, but an intrinsic part of the brand. The GTI comes well equipped with 6 airbags, ABS, Hill-hold and ESP and we believe the GTI, will once again set the bar for young Indian car enthusiasts,” Mayer added.