Comparison
Polo GTI (Kings Red) vs Polo Life (Deep Black Pearl)
Head-to-head across 1 brand(s). Differing rows are highlighted; ▲ marks the best value in a row.
| Specification |  Volkswagen · 2026 Polo GTI Kings Red Remove | Volkswagen · 2026 Polo Life Deep Black Pearl Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Brand | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Polo |
| Variant / Trim | GTI | Life |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Vehicle class | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Powertrain | ICE | ICE |
| Segment | B | B |
| Seating capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Country of origin | Germany | Germany |
| Availability | On sale | On sale |
| Colors | ||
| Exterior colors | Kings Red | Deep Black Pearl |
| Powertrain & Performance | ||
| Engine type | 2.0 TSI | 1.0 TSI |
| Displacement | 1,984 cc | 999 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Aspiration | Turbo | Turbo |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Max power | 207 hp▲ best | 95 hp |
| Max torque | 320 Nm▲ best | 175 Nm |
| Transmission | 7-speed DSG | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.5 s▲ best | 10.8 s |
| Top speed | 237 km/h▲ best | 182 km/h |
| Fuel consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km▲ best |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 4,074 mm | 4,074 mm |
| Width | 1,751 mm | 1,751 mm |
| Height | 1,461 mm | 1,461 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,564 mm | 2,564 mm |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm | 130 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,355 kg | 1,180 kg |
| Boot capacity | 351 L | 351 L |
| Fuel tank | 40 L | 40 L |
| Chassis, Wheels & Brakes | ||
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link | Torsion beam |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc | Solid disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc | Drum |
| Wheel size | 17 in | 15 in |
| Tyre size | 215/45 R17 | 185/65 R15 |
| Interior & Comfort | ||
| Upholstery | Synthetic leather | Fabric |
| Climate control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Panoramic roof | — | — |
| Wireless charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Infotainment & Connectivity | ||
| Central screen | 8 in | 8 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Wireless |
| Speakers | 8▲ best | 6 |
| Safety & ADAS | ||
| Airbags | 7▲ best | 6 |
| ADAS level | L1 | L1 |
| Adaptive cruise control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | ✓ | ✓ |
| 360° camera | — | — |
| Parking sensors | Rear | Rear |
| ISOFIX points | 2 | 2 |
| Tyre-pressure monitoring | ✓ | ✓ |
| Warranty & Ownership | ||
| Vehicle warranty (years) | 2 yr | 2 yr |
| Vehicle warranty (distance) | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |