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New Volkswagen Polo GTI Edition 25 goes on sale

David Ross, Editor
Thu, 18 May 2023

Volkswagen is marking the 25th anniversary of the Polo GTI with the launch of a special edition Volkswagen Polo GTI Edition 25.

It is limited to a production run of 2500 units and gets red brake calipers and trim strips, a honeycomb design on the radiator grille and chrome-plated tailpipes.

Exclusive extras include 18-inch Adelaide alloy wheels in gloss black, a black roof and black exterior mirrors. Inside there are sport seats in perforated black-red leather, adorned with a stitched GTI logo plus there's a "one of 2500" logo on the sill panel.

The Polo GTI Edition 25 is available in GTI colors such as Pure White, Kings Red Metallic, Reef Blue Metallic, Smoke Grey Metallic, Deep Black Pearl Effect and Ascot Grey.

Power comes from the a 2.0-litre TSI engine with 207PS and 320Nm of torque, giving it a 0.62mph time of 6.5 seconds. There is also tuned sports suspension, which lowers the body by 15mm millimeters and the XDS electronic differential.

Standard equipment includes IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlights with Dynamic Light Assist and LED daytime running lights and a multifunction sports steering wheel in leather which includes paddles and the "25" logo.

There's the standard Infotainment system, Ready2Discover, which has a high-res 8-inch display, while two additional systems are available as optional upgrades.

Starting from June 1, the Polo GTI Edition 25 can be ordered in Germany for €35,205. Details regarding the specification and price for the UK market are yet to be confirmed.

Ask HJ

I need a small automatic hatchback, what would you recommend?

We are looking for a small practical newish family car that we only drive short distances in, approximately 20-30 mile a day and not long distances over the weekend. It has to be automatic, hatchback size is okay and it must be reliable. What do you make of the Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI 95 Match 5dr DSG ?
If you are only driving short distances on a regular basis then a petrol car makes the most sense and an automatic helps to take the strain out of stop start driving. The Volkswagen Polo is a good choice and has a decent reliability record, but you could also consider the Toyota Yaris, which comes with a hybrid engine and a CVT automatic gearbox as standard and is known for its excellent reliability.
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