Friday, 15 February 2013

Volkswagen adding zing in the hatchback segment

A sporty Polo from Volkswagen. 


The belly of the Indian car market, the hatchback segment where more than a dozen models vie for the share of car buyers’ wallet, is getting very active. Soon after Tata Motors launched an upgraded version of Tata Vista with a 90 PS power option, Volkswagen India has launched the Polo SR (Sports Racer), a sporty version of its popular car Polo.

The Polo SR comes equipped with the 1.2 litre MPI petrol engine (there is no diesel option for this variant).The car produces 75 PS of power and comes with manual transmission.



Equipped with Aero Sport package which includes front under skirting, side under skirting, rear roof spoiler, chrome exhaust with rear under skirtings, 15 inch alloy wheels, the Polo SR will be available to customers Rs. 6.27 lacs, ex showroom New Delhi.

Commenting on the introduction of the Sport Racer Arvind Saxena, Managing Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars said “The Polo is an important carline in the Indian portfolio and we would like to continuously keep it relevant and exciting for our customers. The Polo SR is a good choice for those looking to own a sporty hatchback.”

A distinctive sporty look from the rear 

The car is well loaded with new features as the Polo SR is equipped with steering wheel controls with provisions for tilt and telescopic adjustment, RCD 320 music system with USB connectivity, Bluetooth connectivity, Climatronic AC, rear parking sensors, dual air bags, ABS, etc.

Some other features of Polo SR are: Fog lamps, front and rear, central locking with boot opener in company logo, electrically adjustable outside rear view  mirror, height-adjustable driver's seat, rear defogger and rear wiper, multi-function display includes open door warning light, rear parking sensors, etc. Good to see so much action in the popular car segment and I am sure there are more to come. 

The writer is a car enthusiast writing car test drive reports for the last ten years. Can be contacted on dilipmaitra@gmail.com

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