What should I look for when buying a 1.4-litre Volkswagen Polo?

I am thinking about buying a new 1,400cc Volkswagen Polo. I know they have had good reviews in the press but could you tell me what you think and whether you know of any pitfalls?

Asked on 27 October 2010 by PC, via email

Answered by Honest John

Buy the chain cam 1.2TSI 105 by all means, or the chain cam 1.4TSI 122. But do not buy the nasty old belt cam 85PS 1,390cc 1.4.

Tags: model changes known defect chain cam specification

Similar questions

Should I buy the Audi A4 V6 or the Audi A6 V8?

I am a reasonably keen driver and have always bought various older high performance BMWs, Audi's and even a Porsche Boxster over the last 20 years, and have whittled down my choice of next car to either...

Which Audi A6 models have a chain cam?

Do any Audi A6 models up to five years old have a chain cam?

What are the pros and cons of the Ford Focus chain-cam 100ps and 1.6 belt-cam 115ps engines?

I am about to buy a 2007 1.6 Focus Estate. Could you please advise me on the pros and cons of the 1.6 chain-cam 100ps and the 1.6 belt-cam 115ps engines?

Related models

Volkswagen Polo (2009 - 2017)

Neatly styled and easy to drive. Room for five. Most come with full size spare. High quality interior. Double folding rear seats give flat load area. Frugal 1.2 TDI BlueMotion.