The new Polo Bluemotion has been confirmed as one of the greenest conventionally-fuelled cars yet. Available to order from today, the new Polo comes with emissions as low as 91g/km of CO2 and fuel efficiency as high as 80.7mpg combined.
Beaten only by the smart fortwo CDi with emissions from 86g/km CO2, the new Polo is the second-cleanest diesel available on the market today and is significantly bigger in size than its smart competitor. The Toyota Prius just undercuts the Polo at 89g/km but it is assisted by its hybrid technology.
The new Polo BlueMotion achieves its class-leading efficiency by adopting an all-new highly advanced 1.2-litre TDI three-cylinder common rail diesel engine. This engine develops 75 PS, and 133 lbs ft (180 Nm) of torque available from just 2,000 rpm. This new engine, combined with longer gearing through the five-speed manual gearbox, regenerative braking and an automatic Start/Stop system takes the carmaker to an all-time high in fuel efficiency.
As a result of these new fuel-saving measures the new Polo BlueMotion a theoretical range of over 800 miles on one tank of diesel.
Several cosmetic changes assist the engine technology to reduce the Polo’s thirst compared to its predecessor. Comprising bespoke bumpers, side skirts and an extended roof spoiler along with 15-inch ‘Greenland’ alloy wheels fitted with low rolling resistance tyres, they contribute towards making the new Polo BlueMotion among the most efficient vehicles currently available in the UK.
Not sluggish either, Polo BlueMotion can accelerate from a standstill to 62 mph in 13.9 seconds and on to a top speed of 107 mph.
Comfort levels remain high with manual air conditioning, cruise control and leather steering wheel fitted as standard. As with all models in the Polo range, a number of safety features are also fitted, including four airbags, ABS and ESP (Electronic Stabilisation Programme).
Prices start at £14,445 RRP on the road for the three-door, and £15,045 for the five-door model. The Polo BlueMotion is available to order now with the first cars expected in May.
