A new R Line model complements VW Polo range in the UK, adding more style to the economical super mini. Polo R Line is based on the Match trim level and comes with unique exterior appointments, interior details and extra equipments. It is available with just one engine though, the 1.2-litre 105 PS TSI petrol unit, with a six-speed manual gearbox.
As far as the visual features, the R Line features sportier R Line front and rear bumpers, a black gloss radiator grille with R Line badging, deeper side sills and 16-inch ‘Mallory’ alloy wheels, plus tinted rear windows.
Inside the cabin it gets sports seats with ‘Kyalami’ cloth upholstery and an R Line logo on the headrests, along with a leather-trimmed three-spoke steering wheel with R Line logo and aluminium-capped pedals, as well as black roof lining.
The Polo R Line benefits from a long list of standard equipments including an RCD 310 radio/CD player with six speakers and multi-device interface, for plugging in an iPod or other compatible device, ‘Climatic’ semi-automatic air conditioning, a multifunction trip computer, electric windows (including in the rear on five-door models), height-adjustable front seats, a split-folding rear-seat backrest, electrically operated and heated door mirrors, illuminated vanity mirrors, front and rear reading lights, a tyre pressure monitor and, of course, remote central locking.
Pricing starts from £15,195 for the three-door model, and £15,815 for the five-door.
