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Polo GTI Plus vs Clio RS Trophy

Volkswagen · Renault

1/4 Mile winner
Clio RS Trophy
Beats the Polo GTI Plus by 0.08s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Clio RS Trophy beats the Polo GTI Plus by a hair, finishing 0.08 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Clio RS Trophy thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
207 hp
217 hp
0–100 km/h
6.7s
6.6s
Top speed
237 km/h
235 km/h
Engine
2.0L I4 Turbo
I4 Turbo
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
320 Nm
280 Nm
Price
$30,000
$32,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Polo GTI Plus
Clio RS Trophy
100 m
6.645s
6.597s
1/8 mile
9.789s
9.725s
1/4 mile
14.640s
14.560s
1 km
25.951s
25.870s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Polo GTI Plus is $30,000 vs $32,000 for the Clio RS Trophy — a $2,000 gap. Power: Clio RS Trophy makes 10 hp more (207 vs 217). 0–100 km/h: Clio RS Trophy is 0.10s quicker (6.7s vs 6.6s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Polo GTI Plus or the Clio RS Trophy?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Clio RS Trophy is faster, beating the Polo GTI Plus by 0.08 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Polo GTI Plus vs the Clio RS Trophy?

The Polo GTI Plus hits 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds, while the Clio RS Trophy does it in 6.6 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Polo GTI Plus produces 207 hp; the Clio RS Trophy produces 217 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Polo GTI Plus tops out at 237 km/h, and the Clio RS Trophy reaches 235 km/h.

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