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| ![]() Something is amiss here. All those cosmetics (spoiler, dual tone roof etc.) wouldn't cost more than few thousands at the factory. Why are they charging 1.57L more than Highline Plus variant? Do they expect GT variant to sell solely on the sub-brand name built so far? |
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VW mention's same tune for Highline & GT (110 PS & 175 Nm). I think ESP & TC were part of DSG package because GT TDI never got them. Not sure if new GT would be getting them if Highline with same drivetrain did not get them. Last edited by Comrade : 30th April 2020 at 11:41. | |
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- I bought Getz 1.3 back in 2010, which was the last of the bigger 1300cc N.A motors, when the entire market had hopped onto to the <1.2 liter band wagon. - I bought 1.6 GT TDI in 2014, which was the first and the last of the truly mainstream oil burner hot hatches. - I bought 1.5 GT TDi in 2019, which had nothing exclusive about it. But, mine does not have that nagging 80 Km/hr and 120 Km/hr speed alert beeps, which in itself is a great thing!! However, I got Polo GT TDI with 1500 cc Diesel Engine at an Ex-Showroom price of ₹ 9.89 Lakhs, with all the necessary features. Now VW calls these as "Premium GT Features", which has not changed since the first iteration of Polo facelift: ![]() Polo GT gets all the features and safety kits available on the Highline Plus, but adds a larger rear spoiler, blacked-out outside rearview mirrors, a black contrast roof, GT badges on the grille and tailgate, and a decal on the C-pillar. If I am buying GT in 2020, VW better offer something more than just some badges and wraps for 1.57 lakhs. ![]() In fact, one can get their Highline variant bumped up with lot more useful stuff for that kind of money over the GT!! Last edited by Vik0728 : 30th April 2020 at 11:44. | |
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| ![]() VW introduced Polo tsi and vento tsi special editions, with decent price tags. Polo 7.89 Vento 10.99 https://www.autocarindia.com/car-new...aunched-417223 Polo seems priced pretty aggressively. If someone is looking for car in that segment, this special edition seems pretty sweet deal. They are able to give at this price because of engine capacity < 1L ? ![]() |
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| ![]() To clear all confusions: Polo TSI AT is only available in two trims
The equipment list is ditto same as it was for 2019 BS4 editions. The GT Line adds the following for INR 38,000 extra
The TSI edition is normal highline plus in 1.0 TSI Manual transmission with black spoiler, the decals and black mirror caps and priced INR 13,000 cheaper. Last edited by sidindica : 11th May 2020 at 22:05. |
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Why on earth will GT line have to lose Front Armrest and Rear AC Vent? As if it was not enough losing the DSG gearbox! Last edited by suhaas307 : 24th May 2020 at 12:35. Reason: Formatting | |
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I have spoken with VW sale executive today, he said roof spoiler and black roof wrapping can be added for Rs. 28000/- I wont mind not having GT badging, even if I want we can get that at any accessory shop. Not just GT, we can have GTI badge as well ![]() | |
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| ![]() Thanks for the clarification. Now, the 1.2 GT TSI had ESP and hill hold assist. Not available any more on the The 'New' Polo GT Quote:
I am looking for a small hatchback with a decent automatic gearbox. Since a Diesel TC automatic is not available within 10L INR, I will probably have to go for the brand new, just 10 years old, Highline Plus version of Polo GT ![]() | |
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| ![]() As expected, new GT is just a sticker job on highline AT. More underwhelming if they also deleted couple of useful features like rear A/C and front armrest. If I had to buy Polo AT, I would rather buy highline variant, and leave out useless GT stickering. |
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BANNED | ![]() Here is a nice comparo of TSI with Nios turbo- https://www.autocarindia.com/car-new...parison-417216 |
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Perhaps because buyers haven't got that point yet, I suppose. Wising-up needed! I'll admit that the spoiler on my GT TDI does look nice. I have no idea whether or not it actually has any aerodynamic effectiveness. But, as for the rest of the list, it is the lacks (for which they are charging extra) that are more note-worthy than the gains. The entire point to the GT range is not worthless badges: it is enhanced performance. If the same performance is available from Highline then I seriously hope that buyers teach VW a lesson by letting the GTs rust in the stockyards. (I have no foreseeable plan to buy a new car ( :-( ), so I do skim-read this news: excuse if I made any mistakes) | |
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| ![]() Are there any reviews on 1.0L TSI motor review with Polo/Vento yet? All reviews point out to new gen Polo. I think one will have to wait for long time for a review of TSi + torque converter which is unique to India. |
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| ![]() The car didn't reach dealers yet. I was told in Chennai that the company will ship once the lockdown ended on May 4, and then it will take 2 weeks to reach here. And that was before the lockdown got extended. I would guess that any cars would only reach dealers by end of May. I'm waiting on a test drive myself. |
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