While the has been a solid hatchback in the past, it has been showing some signs of age against newer and more modern rivals like the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Hyundai Elite 20. In an attempt to keep up, Volkswagen has launched the Polo facelift priced between Rs 5.82 lakh to Rs 9.88 lakh if you count the GT trim. While the changes are only limited to its cosmetics, how does it fare in the uber competitive hatchback segment? Let's find out.
Dimensions:
|
Dimensions |
Volkswagen Polo |
Maruti Suzuki Baleno |
Hyundai Elite i20 |
|
Length |
3971mm |
3995mm |
3985mm |
|
Width |
1682mm |
1745mm |
1734mm |
|
Height |
1469mm |
1510mm |
1505mm |
|
Wheelbase |
2469mm |
2520mm |
2570mm |
Longest: Baleno
Widest: Baleno
Tallest: Baleno
Longest Wheelbase: Elite i20
The Volkswagen Polo facelift continues to be the smallest hatchback in its segment. The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is the longest (3971mm), widest (1682mm) and tallest (1510mm) among the three hatchbacks.
However, that advantage is held by the slimmest of margins as the only falls behind the Baleno by an average of 5-10mm in length, width and height. The i20 does have an advantage in terms of wheelbase.
Performance:
Petrol
|
Volkswagen Polo |
Volkswagen Polo GT |
Maruti Suzuki Baleno |
Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS |
Hyundai Elite i20 |
|
|
Engine displacement |
1.0-litre MPI |
1.2-litre TSI |
1.2-litre VVT/ DualJet VVT |
1.0-litre Boosterjet |
1.2-litre Kappa |
|
Cylinders |
4 |
3 |
4 |
3 |
4 |
|
Power |
76PS |
105PS |
83PS/90PS |
100PS |
83PS |
|
Torque |
95Nm |
175Nm |
113Nm/113Nm |
150Nm |
114Nm |
|
Transmission |
5-speed MT |
7-speed DSG |
5-speed MT/ CVT |
5-speed MT |
5-speed MT/ CVT |
|
Fuel economy |
18.78kmpl |
17.21kmpl |
21.01kmpl (MT), 19.56kmpl (CVT), 23.87kmpl (MT) |
21.1kmpl |
18.24kmpl (MT), 17.4kmpl (CVT) |
Most Powerful: Polo GT
Torquiest: Polo GT
Most Frugal: Baleno
Under the hood, the high end trims of the Polo and the Baleno blitz the competition, but the Polo GT edges ahead in power (105PS) and torque (175Nm). If these variants aren't counted, the Baleno Smart Hybrid variant is the most powerful(90PS) of the lot, while the standard Polo is the least powerful (75PS).
In terms of fuel economy, the Baleno and its RS trim streak ahead of the rest with efficiency figures above 20kmpl. While the Polo GT has power, it comes at the cost of fuel efficiency, which at 17.21kmpl, is the least out of the three hatchbacks. It is closely followed by the Hyundai Elite i20 in its CVT trim at 17.4kmpl. However, the standard Polo is the only hatchback that is close to the Baleno with 18.78kmpl. In terms of transmissions on offer, all three hatchbacks come with a 5-speed manuals. however they differ in the automatic range. The Polo GT gets a slick shifting 7-speed DSG, while the Baleno and the Elite i20 receive CVTs which are efficient but less fun to drive.
Diesel:
|
Volkswagen Polo |
Volkswagen Polo GT |
Maruti Suzuki Baleno |
Hyundai Elite i20 |
|
|
Engine displacement |
1.5-litre TDI |
1.5-litre TDI |
1.3-litre DDis |
1.2-litre Kappa |
|
Cylinders |
4 |
4 |
4 |
4 |
|
Power |
90PS |
110PS |
75PS |
90PS |
|
Torque |
230Nm |
250Nm |
190Nm |
220Nm |
|
Transmission |
5-speed MT |
5-speed MT |
5-speed MT |
6-speed MT |
|
Fuel economy |
20.14kmpl |
19.91kmpl |
27.39kmpl |
22.54kmpl |
Most Powerful: Polo GT
Torquiest: Polo GT
Most Frugal: Baleno
While the petrol powered hatchbacks are close in power, there are more differences when it comes to their diesel motors. The Polo GT leads the way in power (110PS) and torque (250Nm), but comes at a cost of being more of a gas guzzler (19.91kmpl). Interestingly, the standard Polo and the Elite i20 boast the same power figures (90PS), but the i20 is more frugal at 22.54kmpl compared to the 20.14kmpl in the Polo.
The Baleno's 1.3-litre diesel has gone more for a frugal setup, sacrificing power (75PS) to give it better fuel efficiency at 27.39kmpl. All three diesel hatchbacks come with a 5-speed manual transmission.
Features:
|
Volkswagen Polo |
Maruti Suzuki Baleno |
Hyundai Elite i20 |
|
|
Headlamps |
Halogen |
LED Projector with DRLS |
Projector with DRLs |
|
Infotainment |
Touchscreen |
Touchscreen |
Touchscreen |
|
Apple Carplay andamp; Android Auto |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Automatic Climate Control |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Steering Mounted Audio Control |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Electric Mirror Adjustment With Power folding |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Keyless Entry and Start |
Only Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Wireless Phone Charger |
No |
No |
Yes |
All three hatchbacks are adequately equipped with features like a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Other common features include automatic climate control, powered ORVMs with electric folding and keyless entry, cruise control as well as steering mounted audio controls. The Polo however, misses out on projector headlamps and DRLs that are present in the Baleno and Hyundai Elite i20. Push button stop/start is another feature exclusive to the Baleno and i20.
The Polo gets a slight advantage with cruise control, whereas the Elite i20 has an additional wireless charger option compared to the two hatchbacks. The Baleno scores in additional smartphone connectivity via its Smartplay infotainment system.
Safety:
|
Volkswagen Polo |
Maruti Suzuki Baleno |
Hyundai Elite i20 |
|
|
Airbags |
2 |
2 |
6 |
|
ABS |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Rear Parking Sensors with Camera |
Only sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
|
ISOFIX |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
While all three hatchbacks get standard safety features like ABS, and rear parking sensors, the Hyundai Elite i20 goes a step further with six airbags in the top-spec Asta (O) variant. Both the Baleno and the Elite i20 also feature reverse assists and a rear parking camera which is not present in the Polo.
Sadly, the Volkswagen also misses out on ISOFIX child seat anchors which is present in the Baleno and the Elite i20.
Price:
|
Price (ex-showroom) |
Volkswagen Polo |
Maruti Suzuki Baleno |
Hyundai Elite i20 |
|
Rs 5.82 lakh to Rs 9.88 lakh |
Rs. 5.59 lakh to 8.90 lakh |
Rs. 5.53 lakh to 9.34 lakh |
In the end, if you are looking for a car with some serious juice under the hood, the Volkswagen Polo would be your best bet. However, it comes at a compromise of low fuel efficiency and less premium features at a higher cost. The is the ideal pick if you are looking for a frugal car with modern gizmos. It offers the most banf gor your buck too. The Hyundai Elite i20 offers the best of both worlds, but with additional safety equipment. What would be your ideal pick? Let us know in the comments below.
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