Volkswagen Polo (Germany, 1994-2002)

The third generation of the Polo celebrated its premiere in the French capital Paris in 1994. The design was characterised by a rising sideline and painted bumpers. The small car had grown and was also available as a four-door for the first time. The Polo Classic with a saloon body was also introduced. Two years later, the model family continued to grow when the Polo estate, was added to the range with its 1,260 litres of cargo space. The new generation of TDI engines was also added to the Polo range for the first time with the 81 kW / 110 hp TDI.

In August 1998, the 88 kW / 120 hp Polo GTI, which could reach speeds over 200 km/h, became the top model. This limited series of 3,000 cars was quickly sold out.

In 1995, the four millionth Polo was built. Two years later the model broke though the five million barrier and the six million mark was reached in 1999.

The Frankfurt International Motor Show was the venue for a greatly modified version of the...