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Volkswagen Polo 2010

Volkswagen Polo 2010

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$3,410

The 2010 Volkswagen Polo range of configurations is currently priced from $2,990.

Our most recent review of the 2010 Volkswagen Polo resulted in a score of 7 out of 10 for that particular example.

Carsguide Contributing Journalist Ewan Kennedy had this to say at the time: How much?Expect to pay from:$2000 to $3000 for a 1998 Volkswagen Polo five-door$4000 to $7000 for a 2005 TDI$6000 to $9500 for a 2007 Match$10,000 to $15,000 for a 2009 GTior a 2011 TDI Comfortline$12,000 to $17,000 for a 2013 Comfortiline$14,000 to $19,000 for a 2012 GTi$18,000 to $24,000 for a 2014 GTi.

You can read the full review here.

This is what Ewan Kennedy liked most about this particular version of the Volkswagen Polo: Improved handling from 2002 onwards, Precision steering, Simple mechanical layout

The 2010 Volkswagen Polo carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1200 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

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6.1L/100km (combined)
Hatchback
5 Speed Manual
Premium Unleaded Petrol
Overview
Likes
Improved handling from 2002 onwards
Precision steering
Simple mechanical layout
Dislikes
Polo Classic lacks build quality
Some rough and ready interiors

Volkswagen Polo 2010 Pricing & Specs

The Volkswagen Polo 2010 prices range from $3,410 for the basic trim level Hatchback Trendline to $9,020 for the top of the range Hatchback GTI.

$7,433
Based on 32 cars listed for sale in the last 6 months.
LOWEST PRICE
$2,990
HIGHEST PRICE
$11,995
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Volkswagen Polo 2010 FAQs

My new used 2010 Volkswagen Polo already has problems, what should I do?

Oil leaks are a pretty common complaint in a second-hand car, but if the car as sold to you with a roadworthy certificate (which it almost certainly should have been) then there’s no excuse for those to reappear within two weeks of you taking ownership. I’m always suspicious of a second-hand car with a sparkling clean engine bay, as it usually means it’s been cleaned up to hide leaks, just as you’re now discovering.

Given that you bought the car from a VW dealership, I’d be having a chat with VW Australia’s customer service and complaints people as there might be something they can do to help in getting the situation sorted out to our satisfaction. On top of that, the dealer who sold you the car has an obligation under the terms of the second-hand car warranty. In WA, that means any second-hand car less than 12 years old (which a 2010 model is) and with fewer than 150,000km travelled, has to carry a one-month warranty on faults like the ones you’ve described. Since these problems were spotted at the two-week mark and pointed out to the dealership at that point, you should be covered.

The bigger issue from your point of view, of course, is that you were told the car had never been crashed when, in fact, it appears that’s not the case. That would seem like a fairly straightforward case of misrepresentation to me, and I’d be having the car professionally inspected (try your local State motoring club) and getting in writing the fact that it’s been crashed and repaired. From there, I reckon you’d have a decent chance of getting your money back and returning the car.

Volkswagen Polo 2010: DSG problems

The later you can afford the better, particularly as the 2010 model is quite an old car now, without even considering the possibility of an issue with the gearbox. I would recommend you go for a model that is no more than five years old. It would be also be a good idea to have it assessed by an automatic transmission specialist.

Volkswagen Polo 2010: Gearbox noise

We’ve heard of lots of problems with the DSG gearbox and we can understand your anxiety. The best thing to do is to take the car to your dealer and have them check it out for you.

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Volkswagen Polo 2010 Wheel Size

Wheel size for the 2010 Volkswagen Polo will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models. The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
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Volkswagen Polo 2010 Towing Capacity

The 2010 Volkswagen Polo has maximum towing capacity of 1200kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
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