Volkswagen Polo
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Build Dates
Jul 2002 - Jun 2009
On Sale Dates
Jul 2002 - Jun 2009
Applies To
Variant(s) as tested
Vehicle Type
Small Car
Engine/Fuel Type
Petrol / diesel vehicles
Price Bracket
Under $35,000
Rating Year/Datestamp
2002
ANCAP Safety Rating
Rating Expires
N/A
The tested model of Volkswagen Polo was introduced in Australia in July 2002. Vehicles tested after 1 January 2008 require Electronic Stability Control in order achieve a 5 star rating. This vehicle was tested prior to this date and may or may not meet this new requirement.
The left-hand-drive European model was tested by EuroNCAP. Australasian specifications may vary and therefore models sold in Australasia might provide different levels of protection to those described on this page. Side airbags are not currently available on the base model in Australia but are optional in New Zealand.
Dual front airbags are standard in Australia. Side airbags are standard on all models in Europe but they are only available on the Elite variant in Australia. Curtain side airbags are optional in Europe but are not available in Australia. ABS brakes are standard. The front seat belt buckles are mounted on the seats and the upper anchorages are adjustable. These features improve the fit of the seat belt. Pretensioners are fitted to the front seat belts to reduce slack in the event of a crash. A three point seat belt is fitted to the centre rear seat. This provides better protection than a two point seat belt.
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