Volkswagen Polo TDI performance summary
The 2026 Volkswagen Polo TDI makes 90 hp and 250 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 9.9s, about 9.3s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 118 mph (190 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 17.27s.
On Carspeed's data it is relaxed — quicker off the line than 18% of the cars in our database, with more power than 5% of them and a higher top speed than 27%. That works out to roughly 222 per horsepower at list price.
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How the Volkswagen Polo TDI ranks against 1,483 cars
Volkswagen Polo TDI vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Polo TDI | 90 | 9.9s | 190 km/h | 17.27s |
| Peugeot 301 | 115 | 10.0s | 185 km/h | 17.34s |
| Nissan Tiida | 126 | 10.1s | 190 km/h | 17.40s |
| Mazda Premacy | 138 | 9.8s | 190 km/h | 17.20s |
| Tata Motors Altroz Iturbo | 110 | 10.0s | 180 km/h | 17.35s |
| Nissan Rogue Sport | 141 | 9.8s | 190 km/h | 17.20s |
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Volkswagen Polo TDI FAQ
What is the Volkswagen Polo TDI 0-60 mph time?
The Volkswagen Polo TDI does 0-60 mph in about 9.3s, based on its 9.9s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Polo TDI?
The listed top speed is 118 mph, or 190 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Polo TDI have?
The Volkswagen Polo TDI is listed at 90 hp with 250 Nm of torque.
What is the Volkswagen Polo TDI quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Volkswagen Polo TDI quarter-mile at 17.27s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Volkswagen Polo TDI?
Similar performance rivals include Peugeot 301, Nissan Tiida, Mazda Premacy.